The shirt-pullers that get away with it
One of the more unpleasant practices that’s taken hold in recent years is that of players …
From the middle
It’s no sinecure running the line
One of the most under-rated skills in football is that of the assistant referee, although it …
Football assault hurts more than referee
Many readers will have no doubt seen the front page headlines in last Friday’s getreading – ‘Player ‘Hit’ …
Football league blitz goes unheeded
Last summer the chairmen of Football League clubs, at their annual conference, announced that there was …
There can be reasons for extending extra-time
Ever since that incredible Capital One Cup Game against Arsenal, I’ve been tackled by disgruntled Royals …
Should referees’ words be broadcast?
Earlier this year I had the pleasure of meeting and talking to Premier League referee, Mark …
Our top referees experience now exported to USA
With Reading Football Club now in the Premier League, it also means that the Madejski Stadium …
Diving is only an offence when done to deceive
It seems that Liverpool never get through a game these days without some incident that raises …
Law change means no score from drop-ball
Every year the International FA Board make some changes to the Laws of the Game, some …
Newcastle’s goal raises questions on handball
Newcastle’s second goal against Reading in the Premier League clash at the Madejski Stadium has created …
