Tag: Referees

SNP MP slams Scottish footy officials following cup tie, claims refereeing “leaves a lot to be desired”

Hibs

Darren McConachie - March 13, 2024

SNP MP Ian Blackford has slammed the standard of Scottish refereeing following Rangers' Scottish Cup win at Easter Road. The Ross, Skye and Lochaber Member...

Hearts boss Craig Levein discusses referees and responds to Craig Halkett link

Hearts

Darren Johnstone - February 21, 2019

Hearts manager Craig Levein insists a better geographical spread of referees in Scottish football would ease the intense pressure and scrutiny on the game’s...

Six Nations referees confusing non-English speaking players

News

Deadline News Journalist - March 13, 2017

SIX Nations rugby referees are confusing non-English speaking players, according to research. Refs tend to use conversational English and few speak another language, making them...

Crawford Allan admits referees in Scotland could explain their decisions in future

Scottish Premiership

Darren Johnstone - February 1, 2016

@CCP_sport Crawford Allan admits referees could give interviews in future to explain the decisions they make during matches. The experienced official, who is chairman of the...