Author: Dick Sawdon Smith

One of the most under-rated skills in football is that of the assistant referee, although it …

It’s no sinecure running the line Read more →

Many readers will have no doubt seen the front page headlines in last Friday’s getreading – ‘Player ‘Hit’ …

Football assault hurts more than referee Read more →

Last summer the chairmen of Football League clubs, at their annual conference, announced that there was …

Football league blitz goes unheeded Read more →

Ever since that incredible Capital One Cup Game against Arsenal, I’ve been tackled by disgruntled Royals …

There can be reasons for extending extra-time Read more →

Earlier this year I had the pleasure of meeting and talking to Premier League referee, Mark …

Should referees’ words be broadcast? Read more →

With Reading Football Club now in the Premier League, it also means that the Madejski Stadium …

Our top referees experience now exported to USA Read more →

It seems that Liverpool never get through a game these days without some incident that raises …

Diving is only an offence when done to deceive Read more →

Every year the International FA Board make some changes to the Laws of the Game, some …

Law change means no score from drop-ball Read more →