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Testy one tonight: 7 YCs, 2 accusations of racism, one penalty for a blatant reckless barge in the back on the smallest player on the field was being targeted, 2 of the yellows were for off the ball trips - one of which was orange zone... had to stop the game at the second racist accusation and warn all participants that if the officials hear something its an instant early bath... three languages in play making understanding all comments challenging... only 5 goals, including one great diving header... and two "dives"... the first when two players went with high feet and the worst offender tried to cover his offence with a shrill squeal and failed... the second was much more unfortunate...
To call it a dive is a little harsh considering what happened but I saw it very clearly from a good position. The big blue ex-goalie, who has eaten nuff ice cream, has already tried to go in late a few times. It's the 93 minute. And he's 1-4 down. He challenges for a header and is a tiny bit late. He gets off the ground a little which takes some effort. Yellow wins the ball but I am happy for play to continue. However, in the moment after being the split second late, blue decides to perform a mild simulation. He shouts a little and instead of landing on his feet after the bump with yellow, he twists to his side. The guy is nudging 20 stone and comes down with a huge thump. Because of his subtle play act, he doesn't put his hands down instinctively to cushion the impact. He whacks the side of his head on the floor and is out cold. The ball has gone back to the yellow GK, I blow, scream drop ball and don't panic, "medic" who is just a team mate is very slow to come on even with my shouts for his urgent attention, meanwhile two players check his tongue and put him in recovery. He was out cold for 30 seconds. Thankfully was able to walk off the pitch 3 minutes later.
Game of two halves: first half was easy. 2 sharp yellows for reckless. One first half incident I regret. The game was calm and two players tripped each off the ball. They could easily have had a YC each but I thought I could let it go with a super mild warning. Once again I did not go strong enough with the first challenging disciplinary incident of the game!
To call it a dive is a little harsh considering what happened but I saw it very clearly from a good position. The big blue ex-goalie, who has eaten nuff ice cream, has already tried to go in late a few times. It's the 93 minute. And he's 1-4 down. He challenges for a header and is a tiny bit late. He gets off the ground a little which takes some effort. Yellow wins the ball but I am happy for play to continue. However, in the moment after being the split second late, blue decides to perform a mild simulation. He shouts a little and instead of landing on his feet after the bump with yellow, he twists to his side. The guy is nudging 20 stone and comes down with a huge thump. Because of his subtle play act, he doesn't put his hands down instinctively to cushion the impact. He whacks the side of his head on the floor and is out cold. The ball has gone back to the yellow GK, I blow, scream drop ball and don't panic, "medic" who is just a team mate is very slow to come on even with my shouts for his urgent attention, meanwhile two players check his tongue and put him in recovery. He was out cold for 30 seconds. Thankfully was able to walk off the pitch 3 minutes later.
Game of two halves: first half was easy. 2 sharp yellows for reckless. One first half incident I regret. The game was calm and two players tripped each off the ball. They could easily have had a YC each but I thought I could let it go with a super mild warning. Once again I did not go strong enough with the first challenging disciplinary incident of the game!
. And BAM, I was bucked off and the horse now had a mind of its own. I am sure a few referees can relate to that.
