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fromwww.bbc.com
6 hours ago

Galatasaray accuse referees of having 'evil inside' them

Galatasaray stated, 'Despite the two penalties not awarded to us, we're closing out the first half 1-0 ahead. Despite these referees, we're still leading 1-0. We see what you're doing, your plans, the evil inside you. This order won't go on like this. We're here, we won't be silent! In the end, the good ones will win again!'
Soccer (FIFA)
FC Barcelona
fromwww.bbc.com
5 hours ago

'Complete loss of control' - keeper punches rival

Esteban Andrada faces severe punishment for punching an opponent after being sent off during a heated derby match between Zaragoza and Huesca.
AC Milan
fromSempreMilan
18 hours ago

Tuttosport: One Milan game involved as Rocchi is investigated for Inter favouritism

Gianluca Rocchi and Andrea Gervasoni are under investigation for sporting fraud related to referee assignments in Serie A.
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours ago

Hire, fire, final - Chelsea's player power may be ugly, but it wins

Chelsea's FA Cup semi-final victory against Leeds United showcased their potential and determination, contrasting sharply with their struggles under former coach Liam Rosenior.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

The Dangers of Winning at All Costs for Youth Athletes

Sport for young athletes should prioritize fun over pressure, allowing for competition without compromising enjoyment and personal development.
Arsenal
fromSoccer News
16 hours ago

Arteta angered by Pope avoiding red card - Soccer News

Mikel Arteta criticized referees for not issuing red cards to Manchester City and Newcastle United in recent matches.
New York Knicks
fromDefector
2 days ago

Don't Make The Tiny Man Dribble While Everyone Else Stands Still | Defector

Jalen Brunson's playing style leads to isolation and impacts team dynamics during critical game moments.
#football
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Hair pulling ought not to be tolerated - FA panel

Hair pulling in football is deemed unacceptable and should be consistently punished, as upheld by a disciplinary panel's decision regarding Lisandro Martinez.
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Hair pulling ought not to be tolerated - FA panel

Hair pulling in football is deemed unacceptable and should be consistently punished, as upheld by a disciplinary panel's decision regarding Lisandro Martinez.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
2 days ago

Was Dalton Rushing's Slide Dirty? Dodgers And Giants Disagree

Dalton Rushing's comments and actions during games sparked tensions between the Dodgers and Giants, leading to retaliatory plays on the field.
Toronto
fromJays Journal
2 days ago

Blue Jays' smart and thorough Jeff Hoffman strategy is fueled by empathy

Jeff Hoffman faces scrutiny from Blue Jays fans, and the team is committed to supporting him through early season struggles.
Exercise
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Contributor: Regulate the 'Enhanced Games' as a medical experiment and a marketing stunt

The Enhanced Games promotes performance-enhancing drug use in sports, requiring athletes to enhance their abilities chemically.
EU data protection
fromReadWrite
3 days ago

Sportradar rejects short seller report over illegal betting claims

Sportradar strongly refutes allegations of links to unlawful betting sites, asserting compliance with regulations and ethical standards.
MMA
fromCageside Press
4 days ago

'Uncharted Territory': Alexander Hernandez Questions System After Betting Allegations

Hernandez anticipates a strong matchup against Garcia, expecting to exploit openings with his sharper boxing and wrestling skills.
#nba
fromESPN.com
5 days ago
National Basketball Association

Blazers' Splitter on Dundon reports: 'Trying to be a pro'

Chicago Cubs
fromBleacher Nation
5 days ago

Craig Counsell Doesn't Love the Special Shohei Ohtani Rule, But I Think He's Probably Wrong - Bleacher Nation

Shohei Ohtani's unique two-way player status allows the Dodgers to carry an extra player on their roster, raising questions about fairness in the league.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

How the PWHL is trying to discourage teams from tanking | CBC Sports

Cheering for losses is common in some leagues, but the PWHL's Gold Plan incentivizes eliminated teams to win for better draft positions.
Boston
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

FA probes alleged discriminatory remark to referee

The FA is investigating an alleged discriminatory remark made towards referee Sunny Singh Gill during a National League match.
AC Milan
fromwww.bbc.com
11 hours ago

Italian referee chief suspends himself over allegations

Gianluca Rocchi has suspended himself amid an investigation into alleged sporting fraud in Italian football.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

'We played well enough to win' - Neil

Millwall's boss expresses disappointment after a 1-1 draw, emphasizing the need to convert opportunities into wins.
#nfl
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Memo: NFL begins onboarding potential replacement officials

The NFL is onboarding potential replacement officials as the collective bargaining agreement with the NFL Referees Association nears expiration.
National Football League
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

NFL to consider rule proposals in case of ref work stoppage

The NFL proposes rule changes for officiating amid potential work stoppage, allowing centralized oversight if replacement officials are hired.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Liam Coen, Robert Saleh agree: No beef over sign-stealing

Liam Coen and Robert Saleh have reconciled after a heated exchange over sign-stealing, and they now share mutual respect.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Memo: NFL begins onboarding potential replacement officials

The NFL is onboarding potential replacement officials as the collective bargaining agreement with the NFL Referees Association nears expiration.
National Football League
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

NFL to consider rule proposals in case of ref work stoppage

The NFL proposes rule changes for officiating amid potential work stoppage, allowing centralized oversight if replacement officials are hired.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Liam Coen, Robert Saleh agree: No beef over sign-stealing

Liam Coen and Robert Saleh have reconciled after a heated exchange over sign-stealing, and they now share mutual respect.
Major League Baseball
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

What MLB players think of automated ball-strike challenge rule

The automated ball-strike challenge system has significantly impacted MLB, with 55% of nearly 1,000 calls challenged being overturned.
Running
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Using Sports to Develop Good Character

Sports provide opportunities to practice virtues and improve moral character through repeated intentional actions.
#var
FC Barcelona
fromSoccer News
2 weeks ago

Why do we have VAR? - Flick questions officials after Pubill avoids red card - Soccer News

Hansi Flick questioned the effectiveness of VAR after a controversial handball incident during Barcelona's loss to Atletico Madrid.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

The big VAR debate: with, without or change its scope?

VAR improves decision accuracy but disrupts match flow, causing delays, paused celebrations and controversy over whether football should prioritise correctness or spectacle.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Long delays, irate managers and mixed messages - is VAR bad for game?

VAR yields correct calls but creates lengthy delays, confusion, and damaged match spectacle, provoking frustration among managers, players, and supporters.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

'Turning football into rubble' - fury over VAR ruling

A controversial VAR decision led to chaos in the Asian Champions League semi-finals, resulting in a referee needing police escort off the pitch.
FC Barcelona
fromSoccer News
2 weeks ago

Why do we have VAR? - Flick questions officials after Pubill avoids red card - Soccer News

Hansi Flick questioned the effectiveness of VAR after a controversial handball incident during Barcelona's loss to Atletico Madrid.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Championship clubs reject bringing in VAR next season

Championship clubs rejected the introduction of Football Video Support for next season, citing concerns over costs and impact on the game.
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Should hair pulling in football be violent conduct?

Hair pulling in football consistently results in red cards and three-match bans, raising concerns about the severity of such punishments.
Poker
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Nicklaus, Watson, Player favor rolling back golf ball distance

Increased driving distance in golf is seen as a tragedy, prompting calls for a rollback of the golf ball to preserve the game's integrity.
fromESPN.com
5 days ago

Chaos reigns in Asian Champions League after VAR intervenes over substitution

Shabab Al Ahli's hopes of becoming champions of Asia had just come to an end in the penultimate stage of the tournament with a 1-0 loss, but they were adamant that tie should have been headed for extra-time after their 92nd-minute equaliser was disallowed.
Soccer (FIFA)
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
2 weeks ago

Barcelona president confirms club will report refereeing vs Atletico to UEFA - 'Happened too many times' | Barca Universal

Barcelona lost 0-2 to Atletico Madrid amid refereeing controversies, prompting the club to consider filing a complaint with UEFA.
Manchester City
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

When football turned to penalties to end 'cruel' system

The first official penalty shootout in football occurred on August 5, 1970, during a match between Manchester United and Hull City.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Goodell backs Rooney Rule, says diversity 'a benefit' to NFL

The NFL's Rooney Rule, aimed at increasing diversity in hiring, will remain despite legal challenges from Florida's attorney general.
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
3 weeks ago

Keith Pelley on whether the Leafs should tank harder than they are: "We won't do that... That changes the integrity of the Toronto Maple Leafs... If fans are angry with that, I respect that, but we will not tank"

Fan attendance is strong despite ticket price increases, and the team aims to improve competitiveness with foundational pieces and new leadership.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Kicked to the kerb' - is boxing failing its heroes?

Terry Spinks' fame masked a tragic decline into alcoholism and brain injury, highlighting the lack of care for retired boxers.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Trans golfer says officials crafted new gender policy specifically to ban her from the sport - LGBTQ Nation

Hailey Davidson is suing the USGA and LPGA over a new rule banning trans women from competing in women's golf.
Chicago Bulls
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Udoka calls out 'soft' officiating in Rockets loss to Bulls

Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka criticized his team's performance and officiating after a loss to the Chicago Bulls, resulting in a drop in standings.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Dan Hurley: I thought NCAA tournament ref was looking to 'chest bump'

UConn coach Dan Hurley downplayed a head-bumping incident with referee Roger Ayers after a historic NCAA tournament victory over Duke.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 weeks ago

'It's clear what's being influenced here' Ivan Toney hits out at Saudi Pro League referee and implies Cristiano Ronaldo's club are being favoured

The big talking point was the two penalties. It's clear as day. I don't know what more you want him to do - pick the ball up with two hands, are you going to give a penalty then or not?
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Saudi League Players Accuse Refs of Fixing Games to Help Ronaldo's Team Win Championship

Players from Al Ahli accuse referees of fixing games to favor Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League championship race.
Washington Wizards
fromDefector
1 month ago

March Madness's Phony Rules Were Made To Be Broken | Defector

Purdue is positioned to win the tournament because it breaks the historical pattern of champions having better offenses than defenses, joining a rare group of title winners with superior defensive ratings.
National Football League
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Sources: NFL command center might assist if replacement refs used

The NFL is preparing to use replacement officials and shift penalty enforcement authority to the league office in New York if negotiations with referees fail by May 31.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Tudor charged over 'home referee' claim

Igor Tudor was charged with misconduct for claiming referee Thomas Bramall favored Fulham in Tottenham's 2-1 Premier League loss, specifically disputing a goal he believed resulted from a foul.
US news
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

A Referee Was Decapitated - And 10 Other Shocking Crimes Athletes Committed During Games

Athletes have committed serious crimes during competition, including assault, cheating, and violence that resulted in career-ending injuries and tragic consequences.
Boston Bruins
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

NCAA Under Fire Over Duke Decision During Selection Sunday

St. John's Red Storm, despite winning back-to-back Big East regular-season and tournament titles, received a 5-seed in the East Region alongside five other blue-blood programs, drawing widespread criticism of the selection committee's bracket construction.
Manchester City
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

What happens when a manager gets suspended?

Premier League managers receive one-match bans for three yellow cards, with escalating suspensions at six, nine, and 12 cautions, applying to league and FA Cup games but not European fixtures or domestic cup finals.
US politics
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

This Would Never Fly in High School Sports. Why Is It OK for Team USA?

Most U.S. men's Olympic hockey players have failed to meaningfully apologize for laughing at Trump's misogynistic joke about the women's team, with only one player offering a direct apology.
#winter-olympics
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Skiing

Controversies, condoms and cheating scandals: 8 of the most unbelievable moments from the Winter Olympics so far

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Skiing

Controversies, condoms and cheating scandals: 8 of the most unbelievable moments from the Winter Olympics so far

Juventus
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 month ago

Footballers who cover their mouths could be sent off following IFAB meeting

FIFA plans to introduce a rule allowing players to be sent off for covering their mouths during confrontations with opponents, following a racial abuse incident involving Vinicius Jr and Gianluca Prestianni.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
1 month ago

[OLYMPICS] Why Olympic Snowboard Scores Sparked Debate-and How Judging Could Soon Change - SnowBrains

Mari Fukada won the women's slopestyle gold medal with flawless execution across all four spinning directions, outscoring Zoi Sadowski-Synott despite her larger individual tricks.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

The F1, football and NFL figures who kept Epstein links after conviction

Millions of new files relating to the notorious American financier were released last Friday. They included emails and text messages between Epstein and some public figures who - before the files were released - claimed they had distanced themselves from him following his 2008 conviction for soliciting prostitution from a minor. The files also include documents that show discussions about potential business deals involving Epstein, who died in prison in 2019, and high-level sports executives.
World news
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Ref head seeks talks with clubs over 'DOGSO' reds

Willie Collum emphasizes the need for consistency in red card decisions related to denial of a goalscoring opportunity throughout the season.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

What We Expect Athletes to Say Now

Federal immigration-enforcement violence and street tensions cast a heavy mood over Timberwolves games, affecting player focus, fan atmosphere, and prompting public protest.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

How can football's lawmakers fix the corner chaos?

Corner kicks in the Premier League are increasingly dominated by physical grappling and pushing, with referees struggling to manage the chaos and enforce rules effectively.
fromFox Sports
2 months ago

'They don't want us to win': City star's stunning ref rant after Pep doubles down on controversial claim

I know we won too much and the people don't want us to win but the referee has to be neutral and for me honestly, it's not fair. At the end, when everything is finished, we are frustrated because it's so clear the foul. He kicked the leg and of course with the push of the action on the ball, the ball goes in.
Manchester City
National Football League
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

NFL to consider replay for missed player-safety penalties

NFL will consider allowing video review of missed player-safety penalties such as face masks, roughing, and hip-drop tackles to improve in-game safety enforcement.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

NBA's bizarre tanking' problem has spewed theories but no solutions | Sean Ingle

Teams that finish in the bottom four of the Premier League have a 14% chance of getting the first pick in the draft. But with every place you climb, your chances of acquiring a top pick and turning everything around actually deteriorate. So what would you do in this scenario? Tell your players to keep fighting and maybe edge up a place or two? Or would you discreetly try to lose for Lamine or collapse for Cubarsi by resting big names and letting sporting gravity take its course?
National Basketball Association
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

College Basketball Coach Trashes His Own Team After Blowout Loss: Do Not Deserve to Wear This Uniform'

I'm gonna honor Christ like I always do. Blessed to do this, but this was embarrassing. These dudes do not deserve to wear this uniform. There will be very few of them in it next year. Like, I'm embarrassed for the university. I'm embarrassed, for our fans, our student section, you know. It is just ridiculous. We got practice at 6 a.m. tomorrow morning, and we will get this thing right. I have no answer, no words Y'all got two questions.
National Basketball Association
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Football Daily | Refereeing is stuck in a frustrating feedback loop, with no easy way out

One poor decision is forgivable, two is careless, but there were a hat-trick of howlers, with Tammy Abraham clearly offside for Aston Villa's opener. Lucas Digne needed his own dedicated review booth, escaping with a yellow card for an agricultural tackle on Jacob Murphy and avoiding a penalty for handball. Officials ruled that Digne handled the ball outside the penalty area, an impressive feat given that he both took off and landed inside the box as he jumped to block a cross.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Has a footballer ever been sent off but still named player of the match? | The Knowledge

Several footballers have been sent off yet still won player of the match, with recent examples including Anthony Gordon, Amad Diallo, Lauren James, and Lee Steele.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Referees get a hard time but they have got the big calls right in the past couple of weeks

Referees must distinguish between material holding that prevents play and mutual pushing in penalty areas, with consistency and context determining whether to award fouls or allow play to continue.
#racism-in-football
fromSoccer News
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Racism in Football: Why Lifetime Bans Must Be on the Table - But Only After the Truth Is Proven - Soccer News

fromSoccer News
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Racism in Football: Why Lifetime Bans Must Be on the Table - But Only After the Truth Is Proven - Soccer News

Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Chelsea's Rosenior says missed handball affected his players

An alleged handball in the buildup to Leeds' equaliser disrupted Chelsea, contributing to a loss of concentration and surrendering a two-goal lead to draw 2-2.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago

Referee who proposed to boyfriend at match attacked for a second time

On 30 January, the 29-year-old proposed to his partner, Moritz, at Cologne's RheinEnergieStadion in front of almost 50,000 spectators ahead of a match between FC Köln and VfL Wolfsburg. On 7 February, just 20 minutes after informing police of threats he had received, Kaiser was attacked by three men in his garden, leaving him with an injury to his right eye.
Soccer (FIFA)
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Handball, offside, VAR - is football too complicated?

Football's complexity has increased due to confusing rule interpretations, particularly handball laws, offside decisions, and VAR implementation, making the sport difficult for supporters to follow.
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