Why doesnt he [Madley] stick to his decision? Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Victor Estupinan thought he had opened the scoring in the first half, but his goal was overruled for a supposed offside. Central to all of this are the referees, the individuals who uphold the laws of the game, who maintain authenticity and who make the decisions, which can be the difference between winning and losing. Lundstrum was stood on the right-wing when he received the ball. But away from the pitch, Express Sport looks at the four controversial calls for which those at Stockley Park are receiving criticism en masse. Ghanaian coach and scout, Ebenezer Sefa. Its enough that there is a perception that standards have declined. When former premier league referee Dermot Gallagher was asked about the disallowed goal, he said he believed that VAR confused the issue around West Hams disallowed goal against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, and that referee Andrew Madley should not have changed his mind (As the goal was initially allowed before a VAR check). It was a horrible challenge, potential leg-breaker and understandably the Blackburn players were livid. There was a lengthy VAR check, and after paying a visit to the monitor on the sidelines, referee Paul Tierney ruled out the goal. It's just that Manchester City have dominated like champions do. The entire stadium believed they deserved a penalty, as Che Adams battled the ball with Mctominay, and after taking the ball down with his chest, it hit the arm of the United player outside the box. With the use of the video assistant referee (VAR), we expect that such offence is revisited and properly overseen, but it is not unclear that it is not being done. Why was VAR(video assistant referee) introduced to the PL? Tweets & replies. In soccer football, there are several reasons why teams don't/can't/won't sue a referee for an "incorrect" decision: The Laws of the Game. It will get worse before it gets any better but we can only hope the Premier League take a long hard look at how theyre using it this summer. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, when asked about the disallowed goal: He said; They say It was a soft foul, its just the consistency for me, the soft foul on Bukayo Saka from Mings against Villa was not given as a penalty. Every single decision they make is scrutinized. In the situation, Aston Villas midfielder Kamara, illegally blocked Aaron Ramsdale from moving, as he held the goalkeeper down in his 6 yard area, thereby preventing him from getting a hold of the ball, and Luiss corner went straight into the goal. I've always been supportive of referees. Brighton were 2-1 down at the time and went on to win 3-2. And secondly, are they actually watching the game properly? Reuters provides business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers. The industry leader for online information for tax, accounting and finance professionals. Both decisions were heavily criticised, with David Moyes, the West Ham manager, branding VAR official Jarred Gillett unfit for duty after confronting referee Andy Madley. 1. Check the picture of the foul below. HALF TIME: Bournemouth 0-3 Manchester City. Tomas Soucek seemingly blocked Conor Gallagher's goal-bound shot with his hand just moments after VAR correctly ruled out his winner for offside. Alas this blockbuster of a game fell in this category of poor officiating when the Gunners visited Old Trafford in their 100 percent winning premier league record. Here, we run through the league table of overturned decisions for 2020-21 season, and those rejected by the referee at the review screen. The arrival of technology has changed the mindset of officials. You can unsubscribe at any time. Ask the referees themselves; they . What if they are just treated the same? Jones decided it was only worthy of a yellow card. But the co-owner, who was seen joining the celebrations following Sunday's 2-0 Carabao Cup win over Newcastle, appeared . Referees' body in effect admits controversial VAR decisions were wrong West Ham and Newcastle goals ruled out on Saturday PGMOL accepts Premier League's request for investigation Jarrod. Here are three of those decisions which should have been corrected by the video assistant referee but werent corrected during the Saturday fixtures of the premier league. After his performance during the Blackpool V WBA he should not referee in the Premier League Michael Oliver is the worst referee in the Premier League "Because I told the referee that this week we had a meeting with his boss (Howard Webb) and I lost time and lost time in my work and my job because I think the level of refereeing in the Premier League is very bad," De Zerbi told reporters on Saturday. Controversy is a two-way street. Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey has blasted VAR as 'a total embarrassment' after more poor decisions from the review system. All we want to see is the game we love being refereed properly, in the best and least unjust manner, where we feel ultimately justified win or lose, knowing fully well that every game is really and truly officiated in the best possible manner. Yes, that should have been a red card for Van Dijk after a dangerous challenge on Onana, but again he got away after sure a dangerous foul on his opponent. Either way, it's poor from both. The league, has been greatly accorded on several occasions to its fascination, buzz and ecstasy; however only on a few occasions has it been accorded to its officiating. Seconds penalty, Fabinho put Liverpool 1-0 ahead. Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. It's not just the referees, either. (@PoorEPLreferees) August 14, 2022, Yes, Romero should have received a red card after pulling down Cucurella by his hair pic.twitter.com/jZTp5HU8wt. How is that not a penalty on Saka? I'm not a fan of managers focusing on referees but I have a lot of sympathy with Everton boss Roberto Martinez when he said this ahead of their Monday night game with West Bromwich Albion: 'They (PGMOL) accept there's been an honest error made but there have been too many now. David Moyes subbed on Maxwell Cornet only a few minutes before Chelsea scored their second goal, and just 2 minutes after(91) Maxwell Cornet equalized for The Hammers; which saw another moment of controversy. Both teams in red and blue shirts respectively, forced out saves from corresponding goalkeepers, but there came a moment of question when Virgil Van Dijk was involved in a nasty looking challenge on Evertons Amadou Onana.Yes, that should have been a red card for Van Dijk after a dangerous challenge on Onana pic.twitter.com/7OJQprSsGi Has the Referee or VAR made a poor decision? But it's not a problem, I didn't say any bad words but I told him my opinion. But I thought even if he goes to the TV theres no way hes overturning this, because this is a goal. But this season, officials are making it more and more difficult for those of us who defend them from inevitable criticism. 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The individual went ahead to say Mings had his hands wrapped around Sakas body, and he has conned the referee by holding his other arm up as if to say Im not touching him He is clearly holding him, and thats a penalty. Mendy literally dived at his feet, what is he supposed to do? How VAR decisions affected every Premier League club in 2020-21 You have reached ESPN's UK edition. And I dont think anyone who has played the game will agree with the VAR Jared Gillett and the referee Andy Madley. Of course, officials will claim that the correct decision was made at the end of the day. Certainly no way that was a foul, said the Sky Sports commentator as Adam Conolly went down under Michael Keanes challenge. Players and managers from various football clubs have been let down today by decisions like that, Shearer added. 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BRIGHTON, England, Feb 18 (Reuters) - The standard of referees in the Premier League is 'very bad' according to Brighton & Hove Albion manager Roberto de Zerbi who was shown a red card after his side's defeat on Saturday. Referees in Champions League make bold decisions because they don't award fouls after a soft challenge on players, which Premier League referees does. 1. Newcastle's Emmanuel Riviere protested to referee Madley, who waves his appeals away, Despite Riviere's impassioned appeals to the official, Newcastle were not awarded the penalty. ), training up ex-footballers (nothing has been stopping them becoming referees before so why would they now?) To make matters worse, McClean headed Wigan's equaliser later in the game. 3 Bad Referee And 'VAR' Decisions In The Premier League During Saturday's Fixtures. Required fields are marked *. Mateo Kovacic makes Romelu Lukaku dig after Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Chelsea admission, Aubameyang Set To Join List Of Chelsea Players Who Have Worn Masks To Play, Your email address will not be published. A total of three bad and poor decisions were made in the premier league on Saturday afternoon. If you cant see if a player is onside/offside with the naked eye, the on-field decision should stand. Jose Fonte's handball in the late stages of Southampton's victory at Newcastle. Explaining his altercation with England, he said he would not bother meeting Webb again. And this behaviour works. The referee Chris Foy was in the vicinity as well, but failed to overrule a ridiculous decision. Chelsea were among clubs that felt aggrieved by decisions. Increase the financial reward and accelerate the promotion of those referees who quickly prove themselves capable. Over the following slides, we look at 20 controversial refereeing decisions. An Arsenal fan has discovered that every time the Gunners have dropped points in the Premier League this season, a blatant error was made by the referee. In the 0-0 draw against Newcastle United at the Emirates, Arsenal were denied what looked like a clear penalty after defender Gabriels shirt was pulled by Magpies centre-back Dan Burn. Although United had previously hit form, winning their last three games, the Gunners were still favorites to procure the 3 points; and they certainly lived up to this expectation when they broke the deadlock with a wonderfully chipped goal by Gabriel Martinelli in just minute 11. pic.twitter.com/YbTb8fRgoQ. On the back of the survey, Sky Sports have compiled the top 10 most controversial VAR decisions. The incident occurred when Bournemouth defender Adam Smith. Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. The Italian's frustration boiled over at the final whistle following a 1-0 defeat by Fulham and he confronted referee Darren England in the tunnel. The Premier League has asked referees' body Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) to review Video Assistant Referee (VAR) incidents at Chelsea and Newcastle on Saturday. The referee Michael Salisbury actually gets it right he gives the goal. The obvious and vaguely depressing conclusion is that we have passed the point of no return. Bobby Madley's brother Andy also took up a good position on a set-piece as Nottingham Forest threatened Derby County. I didnt think it should have been disallowed, personally, I thought it was a foul or a push on Joe Willock in the build-up to the ball coming in, said Howe. Somehow neither the referee or the VAR thought Gerard Delofeu deserved a penalty for Jan Vertonghens foul. In the only match Liverpool have failed to win this season, they were convinced Victor Lindelof had fouled Divock Origi in the build-up to Marcus Rashfords opener. and destroying VAR (on the one hand: yes, but good luck if you think that stops the outrage simply shifting focus back to where it was before). This is our way, we have to follow it," he said. Wes Morgan was penalised even though the ball clearly hit his face as Raheem Sterling attacked for Liverpool. Brighton and Hove Albion were held to a draw by Crystal Palace on derby day at Selhurst Park but would've felt robbed of all three points. The sad thing is this is the level of the weak refereeing at the moment. Rob is editor of GiveMeSport. Some of the errors made have been astonishingly bad, and have left me wondering two things: do they actually know the laws of the game? So why are so many officials failing to do their jobs properly? . Bristol City manager Nigel Pearson, is one of a thousand managers that have complained of such poor act from officials in football. The home team (Chelsea) conveyed their utter domination from the fist 45 into the second; which only left them in contention for a second goal, but rather than getting a second goal for themselves, they conceded one. When a blatantly bad decision is made, the managers should be able to question the mistake accordingly after the game. Premier League referees can log on to see their position on the 'merit table' and appeal decisions marking them down . Wigan'sJames McClean (pictured) charged towards Blackburn's Marcus Olsson but went unpunished. Ask supporters and players; they will agree. Some are labelling the matchday the 'worst ever' for the league's referees after a string of result-altering mistakes that Stockley Park either allowed or opted against overturning. Double-whammy. 4. In an important match for the Cherries, the defining moment in this 1-1 draw was a controversial decision by referee Jonathan Moss. PGMOL acknowledge the incidents to disallow the goals in the Chelsea v West Ham and Newcastle v Crystal Palace fixtures, read a statement. YouGov surveyed almost 1,500 fans in Great Britain to discover their feelings about VAR following its first six months in operation in the Premier League. Now you get to be annoyed with multiple officials at the same time, two-for-the-price-of-one outrage. 14 . The demands for football to follow the lead of other sports like cricket and rugby union come . These referees have also been on a journey of evolution. The use of Video Assistant Referee finally arrived in England this season, with the Premier League finally joining the rest of the world in embracing video replay. Bad Decisions. All rights reserved. What was he watching? 23.9%. The failure to award Tottenham a goal after Manchester United goalkeeper Roy Carroll fumbled the ball over the line on Tuesday night has revived calls for video technology to be used in football. Since when has pulling of a persons hair been ideal in the world of football, especially one done resulting to a goal. VAR is GOOD but Bad people are bad and sometimes they can't hide thier bias.With VAR more of these people will be exposed. Arsenal were 1-0 up when Ivan Toney fired the Bees level, landing a significant blow to Mikel Arteta's side's title hopes. Over the course of 2019/20, over 2,400 incidents were checked and 109 decisions were overturned by the VAR, an average of an overturned decision every 3.5 matches. He might as well have picked it up and booted it out. Others just expressed their utter amusement to the fact that there was not even a VAR check. The referee today wasn't in good attitude. On Saturday afternoon, Mikel Arteta's. Ask County Football Associations, dealing with a lack of officials at grassroots level; they will agree. See here for a complete list of exchanges and delays. Ghana Premier League: . 2. that is a question left for the FA to answer. And that's before the brunt of criticism from the stands has abated. A total of three bad and poor decisions were made in the premier league on Saturday afternoon. Every single decision they make is scrutinized. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. The first armpit offside of the season as Firminos goal was disallowed vs Aston Villa. These aren't dishonest mistakes of course, but they fall way below the standard that should be set in a professional industry. There have always been bad refereeing decisions. Build the strongest argument relying on authoritative content, attorney-editor expertise, and industry defining technology. Another set of matches ruined by the errors of someone who should know better. In a post match interview West Ham United Manager David Moyes had his say on the incident. . Garth Crooks has called for Premier League referee Stuart Attwell to be sacked after he failed to send off Manchester United's Marcel Sabitzer for "the worst tackle I have seen in years". PREMIER LEAGUE referees are due to be paid "performance-related" bonuses for the first time this season. However, this has not always been the case in the premier league. On Saturday, Jones was at the DW Stadium to control Wigan's 1-1 draw with Blackburn. This is a linesman and a referee either not knowing the laws of the game, or forgetting them. Their assistants have been dreadful. Tottenham Hotspur were thrashed 4-1 at Leicester City, but the result ultimately could've been far worse. Football fans arent happy with VAR, according to a recent YouGov poll. Professional Game Match Officials Board, the referees body, has in effect admitted the respective VAR decisions to disallow goals at Chelsea and Newcastle on Saturday were wrong and promised to fully co-operate with a Premier League review of the incidents. On the other end of the spectrum, 26 per cent said VAR has worked 'very badly, while 34 per cent feel that is has worked 'fairly badly. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Bids have been launched to purchase the club. Every County FA has their own anecdotal and statistical data about the number of grassroots referees forced out of the game through verbal and physical abuse and matches at that level are now being postponed because of a lack of officials. Ask the referees themselves; they will agree. Despite what they go through on and off the pitch, ref's pay packets are considerably lower than the Premier League 's top stars. We all know ordinarily sensible people who genuinely believe or could stretch to the belief that there is inherent bias in refereeing decisions and/or a masterplan to penalise their club. David Moyes on the exchange between him and the officials at Full-time: Youve seen it, and as well have had the chance to assess it yourself; Its a scandalous decision, absolutely rotten decision from one of the supposedly elite referees (Andrew Madley), Its just an unbelievable decision that went against us.. 3 September 2022 Premier League 2366 David Moyes says VAR decision was 'scandalous' It was a day of managers disagreeing over the correct use of the video assistant referee as several. CHE 2-1 LEI: Best Players For Chelsea In Todays Match Against Leicester City. Which brings us to the environment in which referees operate. Join our brand new Facebook group by clickinghere. Penalty shout in the same game against Villa. 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