Fake hints and tips for new Referees.

Homer Ref

Well-Known Member

Level 5 Referee

• Jul 30, 2025

• #1

If nobody claims for it - it is not a foul.

 

one

RefChat Addict

• Jul 30, 2025

• #2

Safe refereeing

 

Homer Ref

Well-Known Member

Level 5 Referee

• Jul 30, 2025

• #3

Roller skates are better on Astro than ordinary boots.

 

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Runner Ref

RefChat Addict

• Jul 30, 2025

• #4

It’s what the game expects

 

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Runner Ref

RefChat Addict

• Jul 30, 2025

• #5

one said:

Safe refereeing

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A personal favourite of @Big Cat

 

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BCMilan

RefChat Addict

• Jul 30, 2025

• #6

It's ok if I lunge in two footed, provided I get the ball first

 

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Pwizardo

Active Member

• Jul 30, 2025

• #7

Just sit in the dug-outs because you can see everything perfectly from there

 

Homer Ref

Well-Known Member

Level 5 Referee

• Jul 30, 2025

• #8

Swearing at players is permitted as long as it is done in a respectful manner.

 

Homer Ref

Well-Known Member

Level 5 Referee

• Jul 30, 2025

• #9

Instead of tossing a coin to decide kick off, a designated player from each side must solve a Wordle puzzle to kick off.

 

NoFoulsAllowed

RefChat Addict

Level 4 Referee

• Jul 31, 2025

• #10

Homer Ref said:

If nobody claims for it - it is not a foul.

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Swear this is IFAB

 

lincs22

Supply League Observer

Staff member

Observer/Tutor

• Jul 31, 2025

• #11

Don't worry about making a mistake during the match. The players don't mind and they won't mention it at all

 

lincs22

Supply League Observer

Staff member

Observer/Tutor

• Jul 31, 2025

• #12

If in doubt for a throw-in, guess. It is easier than trying to justify a wrong decision

 

Homer Ref

Well-Known Member

Level 5 Referee

• Jul 31, 2025

• #13

If a match goes to extra time, the referee is given 2 minutes to phone home and let them know that they will be in later.

 

lincs22

Supply League Observer

Staff member

Observer/Tutor

• Jul 31, 2025

• #14

Homer Ref said:

If a match goes to extra time, the referee is given 2 minutes to phone home and let them know that they will be in later.

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Also, extra time is "overtime", so you get an extra 50% fee for the extra work

 

NoFoulsAllowed

RefChat Addict

Level 4 Referee

• Jul 31, 2025

• #15

All stoppages and delays must be added on. If you aren't adding on at least 15mins of extra time. You aren't paying attention.

 

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BCMilan

RefChat Addict

• Jul 31, 2025

• #16

If the throw-in is taken nearer to my own goal, I can take it from anywhere

 

Samuel

Well-Known Member

Level 4 Referee

• Jul 31, 2025

• #17

If a player gets hurt from a challenge it must be a red card

 

Viridis1886

By the power of IFAB, you will obey me!

Level 5 Referee

• Jul 31, 2025

• #18

Homer Ref said:

Swearing at players is permitted as long as it is done in a respectful manner.

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It's what the game expects.

 

Viridis1886

By the power of IFAB, you will obey me!

Level 5 Referee

• Jul 31, 2025

• #19

The team that shouts loudest gets the free kick.

 

Homer Ref

Well-Known Member

Level 5 Referee

• Jul 31, 2025

• #20

If a club you are refereeing has a doctor, you can book an appointment for half-time if they're not busy.