Date:         Thu, 17 Dec 2009 09:40:22 -0600
Reply-To:     Discussion of Topics for Soccer Referees
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From:         George Parker <[log in to unmask]>
Subject:      Re: The solution is worse than the problem
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Jim MacQ:
...... that Serious Foul Play is just what the name implies:? Any foul that is so serious that it warrants sending off.? 


Wasn't there a play 2 or 3 years ago in the EPL where, I believe it was Gerrard, rugby tackled a forward during an incipient breakaway.  It took place roughly in the center circle, so Distance and other factors prevented it from being a clear DOGSO.  A YC (tactical foul) was shown. Some referees were so appalled at the nature of the offense that they argued for a Red Card. The argument was that the play was so *seriously foul* that a RC was warranted.  I don't believe this was the consensus view.

George P.