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Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
1 day 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.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Dianna Russini fallout is less about scandal than who carries blame in the NFL | Melissa Jacobs

Female reporters face disproportionate backlash in sports media compared to their male counterparts, as seen in the case of Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel.
Los Angeles Rams
fromESPN.com
1 day 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.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Dianna Russini fallout is less about scandal than who carries blame in the NFL | Melissa Jacobs

Female reporters face disproportionate backlash in sports media compared to their male counterparts, as seen in the case of Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel.
#barcelona
fromBarca Universal
10 hours ago
FC Barcelona

Chaos at Barcelona as Joan Laporta escalates refereeing controversy directly to UEFA president | Barca Universal

FC Barcelona
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Barcelona plan more UEFA complaints over UCL officiating - Joan Laporta

Barcelona president Joan Laporta criticized refereeing decisions after the Champions League elimination and plans to address the issue with UEFA.
FC Barcelona
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Refereeing v Atletico 'a robbery' - Barca's Raphinha

Barcelona's exit from the Champions League was criticized by Raphinha as a robbery due to poor refereeing decisions.
FC Barcelona
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 day ago

Barcelona's returning president Joan Laporta goes in hard on UEFA and referees: 'It's a disgrace. What they did to us is intolerable'

Barcelona's president criticizes officiating in Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, planning another complaint to UEFA.
fromBarca Universal
10 hours ago
FC Barcelona

Chaos at Barcelona as Joan Laporta escalates refereeing controversy directly to UEFA president | Barca Universal

FC Barcelona
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Barcelona plan more UEFA complaints over UCL officiating - Joan Laporta

Barcelona president Joan Laporta criticized refereeing decisions after the Champions League elimination and plans to address the issue with UEFA.
FC Barcelona
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Refereeing v Atletico 'a robbery' - Barca's Raphinha

Barcelona's exit from the Champions League was criticized by Raphinha as a robbery due to poor refereeing decisions.
FC Barcelona
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 day ago

Barcelona's returning president Joan Laporta goes in hard on UEFA and referees: 'It's a disgrace. What they did to us is intolerable'

Barcelona's president criticizes officiating in Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, planning another complaint to UEFA.
FC Barcelona
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

UEFA dismiss Barcelona complaint over pen denied in Atletico defeat

UEFA deemed Barcelona's complaint about refereeing in their Champions League loss to Atlético Madrid as inadmissible.
#nba
National Basketball Association
fromDefector
1 week ago

The 65-Game Rule Exacerbates The Fake Problem It Was Intended To Solve | Defector

The 65-game rule complicates NBA award eligibility, impacting star players who may miss out due to injuries or insufficient game time.
Women
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Natalie Sago third woman picked to referee in NBA playoff

Natalie Sago becomes the third woman in NBA history selected for postseason officiating, marking a significant milestone for female referees.
National Basketball Association
fromDefector
1 week ago

The 65-Game Rule Exacerbates The Fake Problem It Was Intended To Solve | Defector

The 65-game rule complicates NBA award eligibility, impacting star players who may miss out due to injuries or insufficient game time.
#champions-league
Real Madrid
from101GREATGOALS.COM
18 hours ago

Arbeloa: 'Unfair' Camavinga red card cost Real Madrid

Real Madrid's defeat to Bayern Munich was significantly impacted by Edouardo Camavinga's red card, leading to a 4-3 loss in the Champions League quarter-finals.
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Real Madrid fume at 'joke' Camavinga red card against Bayern

Camavinga's red card was pivotal in Real Madrid's elimination from the Champions League by Bayern Munich.
Real Madrid
fromBavarian Football Works
1 week ago

Real Madrid boss says referees missed important calls in loss to Bayern Munich

Real Madrid's coach criticized refereeing decisions after a loss to Bayern Munich, emphasizing the need for focus on team performance instead.
fromBarca Universal
1 day ago
FC Barcelona

Three controversial calls that ended Barcelona's Champions League dream | Barca Universal

Barcelona's Champions League exit was marked by controversial refereeing decisions despite a spirited performance against Atletico Madrid.
Real Madrid
from101GREATGOALS.COM
18 hours ago

Arbeloa: 'Unfair' Camavinga red card cost Real Madrid

Real Madrid's defeat to Bayern Munich was significantly impacted by Edouardo Camavinga's red card, leading to a 4-3 loss in the Champions League quarter-finals.
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Real Madrid fume at 'joke' Camavinga red card against Bayern

Camavinga's red card was pivotal in Real Madrid's elimination from the Champions League by Bayern Munich.
Real Madrid
fromBavarian Football Works
1 week ago

Real Madrid boss says referees missed important calls in loss to Bayern Munich

Real Madrid's coach criticized refereeing decisions after a loss to Bayern Munich, emphasizing the need for focus on team performance instead.
#premier-league
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days 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.
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Officials correct not to give Amad penalty - panel

The KMI Panel ruled no penalty for Manchester United's Amad Diallo despite contact from Bournemouth's Truffert, citing insufficient impact for a foul.
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days 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.
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Officials correct not to give Amad penalty - panel

The KMI Panel ruled no penalty for Manchester United's Amad Diallo despite contact from Bournemouth's Truffert, citing insufficient impact for a foul.
#mlb
Major League Baseball
fromESPN.com
1 day 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.
Atlanta Braves
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

MLB Players Are Using New ABS System To Embarrass Umpires

The MLB's new Automated Ball-Strike system allows players to challenge umpire calls, leading to quick reviews and overturned decisions during games.
Major League Baseball
fromESPN.com
1 day 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.
Atlanta Braves
fromKotaku
2 weeks ago

MLB Players Are Using New ABS System To Embarrass Umpires

The MLB's new Automated Ball-Strike system allows players to challenge umpire calls, leading to quick reviews and overturned decisions during games.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Former footballers to meet government over 'financial abuse'

Working-class footballers lost hundreds of millions to financial mis-selling, but the V11 group is still being pursued for tax on money they never had.
UK politics
#var
FC Barcelona
fromSoccer News
1 week 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
1 day ago

Slot says VAR has gone against Liverpool - is he right?

Liverpool's Arne Slot feels VAR decisions have unfairly impacted his team's season, particularly regarding penalty calls.
Liverpool FC
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

VAR review: Why did VAR overturn Liverpool's penalty vs. PSG?

VAR decisions often lead to controversy, but the process involves reviewing incidents and adhering to established protocols.
Women
fromESPN.com
2 days ago

VAR review: Why Man United's Martinez was always getting red card for hair pull

VAR decisions in football are often controversial, with strict protocols for actions like hair pulling leading to red cards.
FC Barcelona
fromSoccer News
1 week 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.
fromPOLITICO
6 hours ago

Democrats' new affordability nemesis: FIFA

Schumer tore into FIFA for collecting billions while ticketholders are being 'gouged.' He also blamed the Trump administration for poor planning and oversight, stating, 'These issues all point to FIFA and the Trump administration failing to protect consumers, while not providing more support to local committees and transit agencies to handle the significant new costs to operate during the tournament.'
NYC politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Football refs need cardiac training, says coroner

Assistant coroner Valerie Charbit insisted that training to recognize sudden cardiac arrest should be compulsory for all members, including grassroots coaches and referees, stating, 'The responsibility for first aid lies with all ages within society.'
Public health
#bayern-munich
Bayern Munich
fromBavarian Football Works
18 hours ago

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany believes he did not deserve a yellow card in the Champions League vs Real Madrid

Bayern Munich faces a significant challenge in the Champions League semifinal without coach Vincent Kompany due to a yellow card suspension.
Bayern Munich
fromBavarian Football Works
18 hours ago

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany believes he did not deserve a yellow card in the Champions League vs Real Madrid

Bayern Munich faces a significant challenge in the Champions League semifinal without coach Vincent Kompany due to a yellow card suspension.
Real Madrid
fromBavarian Football Works
18 hours ago

'It was deserved' - Bayern Munich star says Eduardo Camavinga had red card coming to him

Bayern Munich defeated Real Madrid 4-3, advancing to the Champions League semifinals with a 6-4 aggregate score.
Miami Heat
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Sources: NBA probing Ball trip of Adebayo in Heat-Hornets

The NBA is investigating LaMelo Ball's trip of Bam Adebayo, which caused Adebayo's lower back injury during a play-in game.
Television
fromArs Technica
21 hours ago

NBA fans cry foul as Prime Video cuts out during overtime, fails to sync audio

Prime Video continues to face technical issues with live sports streaming, including audio and video synchronization problems during NBA games.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

India cricket slammed for Orwellian' control of global game by Wisden

Wisden Cricketers' Almanack criticizes Indian political interference in global cricket, labeling it unhealthy and increasingly Orwellian.
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Birmingham's Ducksch charged with drink driving

Marvin Ducksch has been charged with drink driving after a three-vehicle collision and will appear in court on May 20.
Atlanta Braves
fromBattery Power
3 days ago

What heuristic should the Braves use for ABS challenges?

The Braves have started the season strong, leading in several metrics despite struggles with the ABS challenge system.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Gambling is easy, right? Wrong: it turns out betting on sport is designed to disturb you | Barney Ronay

Nearly everyone is losing money, a club executive is quoted as saying, presumably while dressed in a suit made entirely from gold leaf, bitcoin shavings and vintage parmesan cheese.
Poker
Toronto Maple Leafs
fromMaple Leafs Hotstove
6 days ago

Craig Berube on the Leafs' penalty trouble vs. NYI: "I didn't like the 5-on-3 call at all... I think it's weak"

The team struggled defensively, faced penalty trouble, but had strong individual performances from Akhtyamov and Haymes.
Real Madrid
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 hour ago

Bellingham lashes out on 'joke' red card as Madrid crash out of Champions League

Jude Bellingham criticized the red card given to Eduardo Camavinga during Real Madrid's match against Bayern Munich, calling it a joke.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Oliver and Taylor selected as World Cup referees

Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor will officiate at the 2026 World Cup, marking their second major tournament selection.
#harry-maguire
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Harry Maguire given extra one-match ban for joke' comment towards officials

Harry Maguire receives an additional one-match ban, missing the Chelsea match due to his reaction after being sent off against Bournemouth.
Manchester United
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 day ago

What Harry Maguire is alleged to have said after Manchester United red card to be given extra game ban

Harry Maguire received an additional game ban for abusive conduct towards officials after being sent off against Bournemouth.
Manchester United
fromSoccer News
22 hours ago

Maguire handed additional one-match ban for Bournemouth red card - Soccer News

Harry Maguire is suspended for the Chelsea match due to an additional ban following a red card against Bournemouth.
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Harry Maguire given extra one-match ban for joke' comment towards officials

Harry Maguire receives an additional one-match ban, missing the Chelsea match due to his reaction after being sent off against Bournemouth.
Manchester United
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
1 day ago

What Harry Maguire is alleged to have said after Manchester United red card to be given extra game ban

Harry Maguire received an additional game ban for abusive conduct towards officials after being sent off against Bournemouth.
Manchester United
fromSoccer News
22 hours ago

Maguire handed additional one-match ban for Bournemouth red card - Soccer News

Harry Maguire is suspended for the Chelsea match due to an additional ban following a red card against Bournemouth.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromIndependent
12 hours ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Jim Gavin's 'sense of honour' doesn't extend to the truth, accountability or saying sorry

Jim Gavin transitions from Gaelic football manager to sports analyst on Off The Ball.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
9 hours ago

Is this football's stupidest idea ever? Bonkers Football League plan revisited in viral video

A proposed merger between Oxford United and Reading in 1983 aimed to create the Thames Valley Royals to secure league football.
Major League Baseball
from99% Invisible
2 days ago

RoboUmp Hits the Big Leagues - 99% Invisible

Major League Baseball introduces a robot umpire system to improve accuracy in ball-and-strike calls, addressing the issue of frequent blown calls by human umpires.
#fc-barcelona
fromBarca Universal
1 day ago
FC Barcelona

Laporta involved in heated exchange with UEFA official as Barcelona furious with refereeing vs Atletico | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
2 days ago
FC Barcelona

UEFA declare Barcelona complaint over refereeing in Atletico Madrid clash 'inadmissible' | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
2 days ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona president reacts after UEFA dismiss complaint over refereeing vs Atletico - 'Our legal team is assessing...' | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
6 days ago
FC Barcelona

Official: Barcelona file complaint with UEFA over controversial refereeing in Atletico clash | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
1 day ago
FC Barcelona

Laporta involved in heated exchange with UEFA official as Barcelona furious with refereeing vs Atletico | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
2 days ago
FC Barcelona

UEFA declare Barcelona complaint over refereeing in Atletico Madrid clash 'inadmissible' | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
2 days ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona president reacts after UEFA dismiss complaint over refereeing vs Atletico - 'Our legal team is assessing...' | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
6 days ago
FC Barcelona

Official: Barcelona file complaint with UEFA over controversial refereeing in Atletico clash | Barca Universal

Manchester United
fromSoccer News
2 days ago

Fernandes claims rules are applied differently for everyone after Man United defeat - Soccer News

Bruno Fernandes criticized inconsistent officiating in the Premier League after Manchester United's loss to Leeds United.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
3 days ago

Who are the female coaches to have taken charge of men's football teams?

Union Berlin has made history after appointing Marie-Louise Eta as their new head coach, becoming the first club in Europe's top five leagues to have a female head coach. Eta takes the job on an interim basis until the end of the season, having previously served as the club's assistant and U19 manager.
Women
#michael-carrick
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 days ago
Manchester United

Michael Carrick laments 'worst decision' he's seen from a referee as Manchester United lose another key defender

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martinez as one of the worst he's ever seen.
Manchester United
from101GREATGOALS.COM
2 days ago

Carrick fumes at 'one of the worst decisions' during Manchester United's loss to Leeds

Michael Carrick criticized refereeing decisions after Manchester United's loss to Leeds, particularly Lisandro Martinez's red card and a forearm smash incident.
Manchester United
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 days ago

Michael Carrick laments 'worst decision' he's seen from a referee as Manchester United lose another key defender

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martinez as one of the worst he's ever seen.
Manchester United
from101GREATGOALS.COM
2 days ago

Carrick fumes at 'one of the worst decisions' during Manchester United's loss to Leeds

Michael Carrick criticized refereeing decisions after Manchester United's loss to Leeds, particularly Lisandro Martinez's red card and a forearm smash incident.
fromBarca Blaugranes
1 day ago

'We were robbed' - Raphinha rages at 'very bad' refereeing after Barcelona's Champions League exit

"For me, we were robbed," he told TNT Sports Brasil. "I don't want to talk about the refereeing, but we played extremely well, they committed I don't know how many fouls, and the referee didn't even pull out a single yellow card against them."
FC Barcelona
#real-madrid
Real Madrid
fromSoccer News
17 hours ago

Arbeloa describes Madrids Champions League exit as an injustice after Camavinga red - Soccer News

Real Madrid felt injustice after Eduardo Camavinga's red card impacted their Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich.
Real Madrid
fromSoccer News
5 days ago

Its a penalty here and on the moon - Arbeloa fumes at late decision in draw with Girona - Soccer News

Alvaro Arbeloa criticized officials after Real Madrid's draw with Girona, highlighting a controversial non-penalty call on Kylian Mbappe.
Real Madrid
fromSoccer News
17 hours ago

Arbeloa describes Madrids Champions League exit as an injustice after Camavinga red - Soccer News

Real Madrid felt injustice after Eduardo Camavinga's red card impacted their Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich.
Real Madrid
fromSoccer News
5 days ago

Its a penalty here and on the moon - Arbeloa fumes at late decision in draw with Girona - Soccer News

Alvaro Arbeloa criticized officials after Real Madrid's draw with Girona, highlighting a controversial non-penalty call on Kylian Mbappe.
Chicago Bulls
fromESPN.com
3 weeks 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.
#saudi-pro-league
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

Ivan Toney hints Saudi refs want Cristiano Ronaldo to win title

Ivan Toney and Galeno criticize officiating integrity in the Saudi Pro League, suggesting favoritism towards Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr.
Soccer (FIFA)
from101GREATGOALS.COM
6 days ago

Toney hints at Saudi ref bias towards Ronaldo and claims: 'We know who we are chasing'

Ivan Toney claims referees in the Saudi Pro League favor Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr, questioning the integrity of officiating.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
6 days ago

Ivan Toney hints Saudi refs want Cristiano Ronaldo to win title

Ivan Toney and Galeno criticize officiating integrity in the Saudi Pro League, suggesting favoritism towards Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr.
Soccer (FIFA)
from101GREATGOALS.COM
6 days ago

Toney hints at Saudi ref bias towards Ronaldo and claims: 'We know who we are chasing'

Ivan Toney claims referees in the Saudi Pro League favor Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr, questioning the integrity of officiating.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
6 days 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)
#manchester-united
Manchester United
fromSoccer News
2 days ago

Carrick slams one of the worst decisions after Martinez red card - Soccer News

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martinez as one of the worst he's seen during Manchester United's defeat to Leeds United.
Manchester United
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Michael Carrick labels Lisandro Martinez red card decision 'one of worst he's ever seen'

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martínez as one of the worst he's ever seen during Manchester United's loss to Leeds United.
Manchester United
fromSoccer News
2 days ago

Carrick slams one of the worst decisions after Martinez red card - Soccer News

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martinez as one of the worst he's seen during Manchester United's defeat to Leeds United.
Manchester United
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Michael Carrick labels Lisandro Martinez red card decision 'one of worst he's ever seen'

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martínez as one of the worst he's ever seen during Manchester United's loss to Leeds United.
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.
Brooklyn Nets
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: NBA Ref Injured in Hard Collision with Cameraman on the Court

NBA referee Sha'Rae Mitchell suffered a head injury after colliding with a camera operator during the Nets-Hawks game but returned to finish the game.
#lisandro-martinez
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

A shocking decision': Michael Carrick fumes over Martinez's red card for hair pulling video

Michael Carrick criticized Lisandro Martinez's red card for hair pulling, calling it shocking and indicating Manchester United may appeal the decision.
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

A shocking decision': Michael Carrick fumes over Martinez's red card for hair pulling video

Michael Carrick criticized Lisandro Martinez's red card for hair pulling, calling it shocking and indicating Manchester United may appeal the decision.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
2 days ago

UEFA responds to Barcelona's complaint regarding Metropolitano pitch condition | Barca Universal

UEFA has ensured the pitch at Metropolitano Stadium meets regulations for the Champions League match between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.
#refereeing
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks 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.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks 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.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Uefa calls leagues to summit over 'microscopic' VAR

UEFA is convening Europe's top leagues to standardize VAR usage and reset it to intervene only in clear, obvious errors rather than microscopic decisions.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Howard Webb, where are you?' - How we can stop VAR ruining football

Referees must enforce fouling rules consistently at corners and set-plays by issuing penalties and red cards, as current inconsistent enforcement encourages poor defending and undermines the sport's integrity.
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.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month 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)
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