Date:         Wed, 24 May 2006 12:21:14 -0400
Reply-To:     Discussion of Topics for Soccer Referees
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From:         Ed Marco <[log in to unmask]>
Subject:      Re: Denial of scoring opp. and cards
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Can't disagree with you more. I think that we have beaten this to death and
come up with the best solution already. It is a caution and slow whistle to
allow the advantage.
If there is misconduct (and there was) it should be dealt with and not
ignored. The only mistake by this Referee was to whistle too quickly.
Ed Marco




> Doug Wiggins request;
>  Once again I am confused by semantics and what the LOTG really says.... If
> advantage is invoked by the referee and a goal is scored, how can a player
> be punished for denying a goal scoring opportunity ( other than maybe a
> Caution for Unsporting Behavior .)
>     Please,please, please..tell me where in all published materials by USSF
> or FIFA...can we find specific wording that states we must eject a player in
> this situation.
>     If there is nothing in writing that says we MUST eject a player in this
> situation...please don't tell us we must!
> Sincerely,
> DW
> ++++++++++
> 
> [If no other misconduct took place] If a goal is scored (by same attacker or
> his/her team mate) do not
> use cards at all. Your cards will backfire on you.
> The UEFA final case is a classic example of "NO CARDS" necessary.
> Herr Sepp Blatter was mad at the referee ... he blasted him in public.
> The ref (apparently) did acknowledge hius error.
> 
> DA