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🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Deniz Aytekin in conversation: 'I have my triggers'

Deniz Aytekin, a prominent Bundesliga referee, discusses his authority and communication style with players, highlighting a recent viral moment with David Raum.

Mar 23 • 05:18 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VAR-THEATER ⟩ The 3 mistakes of the referees in 18 seconds, reading the Paide goal and the disgusted Levadia head coach

The article discusses a football match between FCI Levadia and Paide Linnameeskond, citing significant referee errors that impacted the game's outcome, drawing parallels to the famous 2022 World Cup final.

Mar 22 • 19:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Newcastle United learn disallowed goal verdict as Sunderland 'got away with one'

Newcastle United's disallowed goal in the Tyne-Wear derby against Sunderland has been deemed valid by a former referee, igniting debate about the fairness of the match.

Mar 22 • 15:29 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

An referee who trains with a team. Now let's align ourselves with civilized countries

The article discusses the need for judges in the legal system to maintain impartiality and independence, emphasizing that they should not have close ties to the teams they oversee, akin to a referee training solely with one sports team.

Mar 22 • 10:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Why Arsenal v Man City Carabao Cup final referee is 'banned' from officiating Liverpool games

Referee Peter Bankes, appointed for the Arsenal vs. Manchester City Carabao Cup final, is prohibited from officiating Liverpool games due to his affiliation with the Liverpool FA.

Mar 22 • 09:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Chelsea huddle booed by fans ahead of Everton game after referee controversy

Chelsea's pre-match huddle was met with boos from Everton fans, reflecting ongoing tensions after a fine imposed on Chelsea for prior misconduct.

Mar 21 • 17:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Liverpool get red card verdict as Steven Gerrard weighs in on Brighton controversy

Liverpool's Steven Gerrard criticizes the lack of a second yellow card for Brighton's Yankuba Minteh for diving during their recent match.

Mar 21 • 14:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

Unprecedented mistake by the referee. The home team then surprised with their reaction

During a women's football match in Italy, a referee made a bizarre decision by awarding a penalty for a handball committed by the goalkeeper, leading the opposing team to show solidarity by choosing not to take the penalty.

Mar 21 • 11:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Man Utd to file complaint with PGMOL over Bournemouth VAR drama as club is enraged

Manchester United intends to submit a formal complaint to PGMOL following dissatisfaction with referee Stuart Attwell's penalty decision in their match against Bournemouth.

Mar 21 • 11:18 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Similar to Football.. Wimbledon Adopts Video Technology for the First Time in the Tournament's History

Wimbledon has announced the implementation of video review technology in its tournament this year, allowing players to contest specific referee decisions.

Mar 21 • 10:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Ronnie O'Sullivan stopped match over 147 prize money and had to be convinced by referee

In a dramatic moment during the 2010 World Open, Ronnie O'Sullivan paused his maximum break attempt, questioning the prize for a 147 clearance, which led to a delay as officials determined the rules.

Mar 21 • 09:15 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Who is the 'referee of Villa Urquiza' who went viral while directing traffic and what is his big dream

The article explores the life of a local traffic director in Villa Urquiza who gained fame after a video of him went viral.

Mar 21 • 09:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Luis Lobo Medina avoided controversy after being insulted by Banfield fans before the victory over Tigre

Referee Luis Lobo Medina faced insults from Banfield fans but managed to avoid controversies during a match marked by previous allegations of bias against him.

Mar 21 • 02:35 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Luis Lobo Medina officiated well in Banfield vs. Tigre after the alleged compromising chats

Referee Luis Lobo Medina managed the match between Banfield and Tigre without controversy despite recent allegations.

Mar 21 • 02:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Fuming Michael Carrick calls out referee for 'astonishing' decision in Man Utd draw

Michael Carrick criticized referee Stuart Attwell for his controversial penalty decisions in the Manchester United vs. Bournemouth match, which ended in a draw despite United leading twice.

Mar 20 • 22:56 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Maguire sent off as victory slipped away for Manchester United: – I don't understand

Harry Maguire was sent off during a match that saw Manchester United lose their lead, raising questions about referee decisions.

Mar 20 • 21:58 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The controversial penalty: this was the Lobo Medina play in favor of Tigre that is now under scrutiny

A scandal has resurfaced involving referee Luis Lobo Medina, who is accused of manipulating the outcome of a 2021 football match between Tigre and Mitre, following the emergence of questionable communications linked to the referee.

Mar 20 • 21:21 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Lobo Medina and the Controversial Chats with Toviggino's Old Right-Hand Man: A Referee with a History of Controversial Decisions and Suspicions

Luis Lobo Medina, a referee known for his controversial decisions, is embroiled in a scandal involving leaked chats with an official linked to an ongoing money laundering investigation.

Mar 20 • 20:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Who is Luis Lobo Medina, the referee of power who 'does his homework', jumped from union and was splashed by the chats

This article profiles Luis Lobo Medina, an Argentine referee who has risen through the ranks of football officiating to referee at both national and international levels, alongside controversies surrounding his union affiliations and criticisms of his personality.

Mar 20 • 17:58 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Scandal with Lobo Medina: SADRA demanded that the AFA not let the referee officiate the match assigned for this Friday in the Apertura

Luis Lobo Medina, a referee involved in a scandal, is facing calls from the SADRA union to be replaced for an upcoming match following allegations of favoritism in a past game.

Mar 20 • 15:58 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Referee Chief Knut Kircher: 'The Atmosphere is Currently at Breaking Point'

Referee Chief Knut Kircher discusses the harsh criticism facing Bundesliga referees and the future of the VAR in an interview.

Mar 20 • 15:22 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
Sports

Senegal/Liberia: George Weah Faults CAF On Decision to Strip Senegal

George Weah criticizes CAF for stripping Senegal of their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title due to technicalities, emphasizing that referee decisions should stand post-match.

Mar 20 • 14:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Corruption in the AFA: Suspected Chats from Referee Luis Lobo Medina Suggest Match-Fixing in 2021

Alleged leaked chats from referee Luis Lobo Medina suggest potential match-fixing involving the Argentine Football Association and the club Tigre during a 2021 game.

Mar 20 • 13:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Referee Luis Lobo Medina and Pablo Toviggino implicated in alleged chats about rigged matches

Luis Lobo Medina and Pablo Toviggino are involved in alleged communications regarding match-fixing in Argentine football.

Mar 20 • 04:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The central referee informed the captains of Orense SC and Mushuc Runa that the match started without VAR

The referee indicated that the Ecuadorian league match between Orense SC and Mushuc Runa commenced without the Video Assistant Referee due to transmission issues.

Mar 19 • 22:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Bitter Galatasaray boss hammers 'worst referee in the world' dig after Liverpool thrashing

Galatasaray coach Okan Buruk criticizes referee Pawel Raczkowski following his team's 4-0 defeat to Liverpool, leading to elimination from the Champions League.

Mar 19 • 13:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

UEFA want talks with Premier League bosses to help reduce growing VAR frustration

UEFA plans to meet with Premier League officials to address rising frustrations over the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system.

Mar 19 • 12:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Arne Slot explains his fury in Liverpool clash: "We need to protect football"

Arne Slot expressed his frustration during Liverpool's 4-0 victory over Galatasaray in the Champions League, particularly regarding officiating decisions.

Mar 19 • 10:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Liverpool vs Galatasaray referee was forced to apologise after far-right event speech

Polish referee Szymon Marciniak, who previously apologized for his ties to a far-right event, will officiate the UEFA Champions League match between Liverpool and Galatasaray.

Mar 18 • 13:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Referee

The article discusses various aspects surrounding the economy and markets in Mexico, likely including commentary or analysis relevant to the current financial situation.

Mar 18 • 12:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

FA bans disgraced former GP from refereeing football matches after social media posts

Former GP David Cartland has been banned from refereeing football matches and prohibited from working with children following social media posts and his disqualification from the medical register for serious misconduct.

Mar 18 • 12:21 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Sports

'Matanga,' said the CAF! Senegal's title in the Africa Cup of Nations annulled; Morocco declared champion

The CAF annulled Senegal's victory in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 and declared Morocco the champion due to Senegal's disqualification for abandoning the field without referee permission.

Mar 18 • 01:46 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Puzzled over decisive penalty: - It hits me in the stomach first

A controversial penalty decision led to Sportings' crucial 3-0 goal, with Glimt's Jostein Gundersen expressing disbelief that the referee did not consider a potential handball situation more closely.

Mar 17 • 23:06 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

VIDEO ⟩ Obstruction of the marathon winner just before the finish line cost the referee dearly

A referee was banned from officiating after obstructing the leader at the Chongqing Wanzhou marathon finish line in China.

Mar 17 • 16:46 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

play in which Iván Marcone had his shirt pulled during a corner and the referee did not call a penalty for Independiente

During a match where Independiente lost to Instituto 2-1, the team faced a controversial refereeing decision when Iván Marcone was not awarded a penalty for being held by his shirt during a corner kick.

Mar 17 • 14:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Chelsea vs PSG referee was questioned by police after drug and prostitution ring operation

Champions League referee Slavko Vincic was questioned by police during an operation targeting a prostitution and drug ring, but was cleared of wrongdoing.

Mar 17 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Arsenal vs Leverkusen referee 'bottled' controversial call and issued Ronaldo apology

The first leg of the Champions League round of 16 between Arsenal and Bayer Leverkusen ended in a 1-1 draw, with controversy surrounding the referee's decisions, particularly a late penalty awarded to Arsenal and an apology issued to Cristiano Ronaldo.

Mar 17 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

‘Expulsion of Ángel Mena was the correct decision,’ says former Ecuadorian referee

Former Ecuadorian referee Omar Ponce supports the decision to expel Ángel Mena during the Liga Ecuabet match between Emelec and Orense SC.

Mar 16 • 19:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

Referee Manganiello promoted by AIA but suspended for one match: what happens

Referee Gianluca Manganiello has been suspended for one match after a controversial performance in the Inter-Atalanta match, highlighting ongoing issues with officiating in the Italian league.

Mar 16 • 18:31 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Podcast 'And now to Sports': The Referee Controversy in Leverkusen: Are the Bayern Right to Be Angry?

A podcast episode discusses the referee controversy during a Bundesliga match between Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich, with contrasting views from coaches and players.

Mar 16 • 16:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Liam Rosenior must put an end to arrogant Chelsea's childish pre-match huddle

Liam Rosenior should end Chelsea's pre-match huddle around the referee, which has drawn criticism following their defeat to Newcastle.

Mar 16 • 13:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Sports

Chelsea with the referee, the coach's faux pas, and a boy's goal. Three things in the Premier League you may not have understood

This article discusses three notable moments from the recent Premier League weekend, including Chelsea's interaction with the referee, a coach's controversial decision, and a historic goal.

Mar 16 • 10:20 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

World Biathlon Turns into a Comedy: Voborníková Shouted at Opponent and Referee in Strange Chaos

Czech biathlete Tereza Voborníková faced a chaotic incident during a pursuit race, overshadowing her performance and resulting in a focus on the confusion rather than her athletic achievements.

Mar 16 • 09:03 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Video: The referee of the Esperance vs. Al Ahly match sparks controversy with strange behavior after the final whistle

A Senegalese referee's unusual post-match behavior has stirred up controversy following the Esperance Tunis versus Al Ahly match in the CAF Champions League.

Mar 16 • 08:17 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Linesman in Interview: "Football Without Offside is Unimaginable for Me"

Bundesliga linesman Jan-Hendrik Salver discusses the ongoing debate around offside decisions and tolerance zones in football officiating.

Mar 16 • 07:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Gary Neville tears into Chelsea huddle ‘nonsense’ after Liam Rosenior complaints

Gary Neville criticized Chelsea's complaints about their pre-match huddle being interrupted by the referee, calling the entire gesture 'nonsense'.

Mar 16 • 07:25 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

The danger has passed

Inter Milan earns a point amidst controversy over refereeing decisions, leaving the team with criticisms and a feeling of uneasiness among supporters.

Mar 16 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Hoeneß Rants After 1:1: Top Match Kept Offside

Uli Hoeneß expressed frustration following Bayern Munich's 1:1 draw against Leverkusen, focusing on referee decisions affecting the game.

Mar 15 • 16:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Leeds red card drama as referee makes embarrassing error in Crystal Palace match

In a chaotic match between Leeds United and Crystal Palace, referee Thomas Bramall mistakenly issued a second yellow card to Leeds' Gabriel Gudmundsson without initially showing a red card after he had already been cautioned earlier in the game.

Mar 15 • 15:16 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Bundesliga: Criticism of referees and VAR has taken on a life of its own

The Bundesliga faces increasing criticism of its referees and the VAR system, coinciding with the announcement of referee Deniz Aytekin's retirement at the end of the season.

Mar 15 • 15:09 UTC

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