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The refere applies the Rules of the Game and leads the match in cooperation with the assistant referees and, from where of It is recommended that they communicate with each other through professional referee headsets, so they can discuss and always make the right decision. He acts as a timekeeper and notes all facts relevant to the competition and provide the competent authorities with a match report, including information regarding disciplinary actions or other incidents that occurred before, during or happened after the match. Next to that he also supervises and/or indicates the resumption of play. When there is an advantage he will let the game continue when an infringement or violation occurs and the team against which an offence was committed can take advantage of this and punishes the original infringement or violation if the expected benefit of that moment or within seconds. Disciplinary action punishes the most serious offense, in terms of punishment, resumption, physical severity and tactical impact, if more than one violation occurs at the same time he takes disciplinary sanctions against players guilty of a violation that should be punished with a warning or exclusion. He has the power to take disciplinary action from the moment the playing field is entered before the inspection before the match until the playing field is entered exit at the end signal (including the penalty kick sequence). If, before entering the playing field at the start signal, a player commits an offence justifying exclusion, then the referee has the authority not to allow the player to participate in the match. The referee shall report any additional peripheral behaviour and has the authority to show yellow or red cards and where the league rules it temporarily excludes players. |
Frequently asked questions
What are the main responsibilities of a referee during a match?▼
A referee applies the Rules of the Game and leads the match in cooperation with assistant referees. They act as a timekeeper, note all relevant facts for the competition, and provide a match report to authorities including any disciplinary actions or incidents.
When can a referee take disciplinary action?▼
A referee has the power to take disciplinary action from the moment they enter the playing field before the match inspection until they exit at the end signal, including penalty kick sequences. They can show yellow or red cards and temporarily exclude players according to league rules.
How does the advantage rule work in referee decisions?▼
When an infringement occurs, the referee lets the game continue if the team against which the offense was committed can take advantage. The referee only punishes the original violation if the expected benefit is not realized within seconds.
What communication tools do referees use to make correct decisions?▼
It is recommended that referees communicate with assistant referees and fourth officials through professional referee headsets. This allows them to discuss situations and ensure they always make the right decision together.
Can a referee prevent a player from participating before the match starts?▼
Yes, if a player commits an offense justifying exclusion before entering the playing field at the start signal, the referee has the authority to not allow that player to participate in the match.