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Lionel Messi Horror Foul Subject of Formal Complaint to FIFA

The Argentina icon avoided a red card and went on to score a hat-trick.

Sports Illustrated

Who is the referee for Argentina vs Algeria?

The holders begin their World Cup 2026 quest – who's the man in the middle?

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World Cup 2026: Every referee at the tournament

Which officials will be in charge at World Cup 2026 and what do we know about them?

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FIFA Reveals Full List of Referees for 2026 World Cup

All six confederations will send match officials to the 48-team tournament.

Sports Illustrated

Scotland book place at 2026 World Cup after dramatic Hampden Park finale

Scotland 4-2 Denmark: Stoppage-time goals from Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean helped Scotland qualify for the World Cup for the first time since 1998

The Independent UK

UEFA Enforces New Champions League Rule Change After Real Madrid Controversy

After Julián Alvarez's penalty was disallowed against Real Madrid, the IFAB issued a new Champions League rule for penalty shootouts.

Sports Illustrated

Barcelona Continue Champions League Conspiracy Claims

One of Barcelona's star players has revealed a new conspiracy theory following the club's controversial Champions League exit.

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Arsene Wenger says VAR made major mistake in Inter’s Champions League win over Barcelona

Lautaro Martinez bought the first-half penalty which Polish referee Szymon Marciniak initially waved away, according to Fifa chief Arsene Wenger

The Independent UK

Barcelona’s Inigo Martinez denies spitting at Inter rival during Champions League semi-final

Francesco Acerbi reacted angrily and appeared to point toward Martinez during the fiery Champions League contest at the San Siro

The Independent UK

Inter Milan beat Barcelona in thrilling contest to reach Champions League final

The thrilling tie equalled the record for the most number of goals in a Champions League semi-final

The Independent UK

'It is absolutely false that Mbappe told me anything': Champions League referee rebuffs surprising Real Madrid claim

Controversial Julian Alvarez penalty sparked debate but the referee shrugs off Kylian Mbappe claim

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Atlético controversy shows VAR creates far more angst than it resolves

Football is living through a global case study on whether fairer actually makes for better in the world of professional sport

The Guardian - US

Why was Julian Alvarez's penalty not retaken after double touch drama?

Atletico Madrid shootout spot-kick was ruled out by VAR on night of huge controversy against Real Madrid in the Champions League

Evening Standard

Why was Julian Alvarez’s penalty disallowed by VAR? Atletico-Real Madrid controversy explained

The Atletico Madrid striker was ruled to have ‘doubled touched’ the ball during the penalty shoot-out defeat to rivals Real Madrid

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Portugal v France referee: Who is Euro 2024 official Michael Oliver?

The English referee is the second Premier League official to be assigned a high-profile quarter-final at Euro 2024

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Euro 2024: Who is the referee and VAR for Switzerland vs Italy?

The first knockout game of Euro 2024 will see defending champions Italy take on neighbouring dark horses Switzerland

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Euro 2024: Who is the referee and VAR for Belgium vs Romania?

Who will be refereeing the Euro 2024 Group E Belgium vs Romania clash?

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The most iconic football referees

The man with the whistle can be a star in his own right

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The Guardian - UK

Death threats, AI, prosecutions: how should we stop referee abuse?

Multiple approaches are needed to stem vitriol aimed at officials but it is clear that examples need to be set at the top

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Euro 2024 referees: All match officials set to take charge of games in Germany

The Euro 2024 referees are an esteemed team of officials from around the world looking to prevent dirty tricks or dark arts from getting in the way this summer

The Guardian - UK

Everything you ever wanted to know about the handball law – explained

What exactly is a handball now? Is it different in Uefa matches? And is VAR actually making a referee’s job more difficult?

The Guardian - UK

Eddie Howe stays ice cold even as Newcastle burn with sense of injustice

Even after being denied a crucial win, manager gave a masterclass in composure to set the tone for Milan showdown

Evening Standard

PSG vs Newcastle penalty: VAR involved in controversial call stood down by UEFA

Tomasz Kwiatkowski will not be on VAR duties for Real Sociedad vs FC Salzburg

The Independent UK

Uefa drop VAR official who gave controversial PSG penalty vs Newcastle

Uefa refused to comment on the controversial penalty in Paris, but dropped the VAR official involved

The Guardian - UK

VAR for controversial PSG penalty against Newcastle stood down by Uefa

The VAR who recommended the controversial penalty that denied Newcastle victory over PSG in the Champions League has been stood down from his next match

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