Simon Hooper stoke reactions in Manchester City Vs Tottenham Premier League clash after he denied Manchester City a chance for a winning goal by calling back the game for a foul on Erling Haaland.
After Kulusevski pulled off a late sensation to net the equaliser for Tottenham, Manchester City broke on an offensive again aiming for a winner. City were close to a winner with Jack Grealish through on goal but Hooper controversially decided to call back the advance, blowing for a foul on Erling Haaland.
Haaland did not hide his fury at the referee as he remonstrated in protest of the decision. Other Manchester City players, including their manager Pep Guardiola weren't happy with Hooper's decision.
While Hooper's decision has been dominating the headlines, it is pertinent to note the center-referee has the latitude not to allow a team play on with advantage if they have one of their players fouled in the build-up.
Hooper's decision came up controversial not because there are no written rules to that effect but because referees usually allow a team plays on with possession advantage despite having a foul on a their player.
After the Manchester Vs Tottenham clash, Hooper was scheduled to officiate the Premier League clash between Sheffield United and Liverpool. Following the purported blunder, it was thought he will be relieved of his role in the next match but the reverse is the case.
According to Daily Mail, sources close to the PGMOL have revealed the referee administrative body have decided to stick with Simon Hooper as the center-referee for Sheffield United Vs Liverpool match on Wednesday December 6, 2023.
The PGMOL's decision to stick with Simon Hooper is not coming as a surprise. As previously stated, it is a matter of discretion for the referee to decide whether to call back a match for a foul or not if the fouled team is playing on the advantage.
PGMOL have been largely a pro-officials body, especially during the VAR debate. They have also disciplined erring officials for glaring officiating blunders.
Meanwhile, we have reported earlier Manchester City have been slammed by the FA for failing to whip their players into order during the match against Tottenham.
The indictment follows Erling Haaland bust-up with Simon Hooper during the game.
After Kulusevski pulled off a late sensation to net the equaliser for Tottenham, Manchester City broke on an offensive again aiming for a winner. City were close to a winner with Jack Grealish through on goal but Hooper controversially decided to call back the advance, blowing for a foul on Erling Haaland.
Haaland did not hide his fury at the referee as he remonstrated in protest of the decision. Other Manchester City players, including their manager Pep Guardiola weren't happy with Hooper's decision.
While Hooper's decision has been dominating the headlines, it is pertinent to note the center-referee has the latitude not to allow a team play on with advantage if they have one of their players fouled in the build-up.
Hooper's decision came up controversial not because there are no written rules to that effect but because referees usually allow a team plays on with possession advantage despite having a foul on a their player.
After the Manchester Vs Tottenham clash, Hooper was scheduled to officiate the Premier League clash between Sheffield United and Liverpool. Following the purported blunder, it was thought he will be relieved of his role in the next match but the reverse is the case.
According to Daily Mail, sources close to the PGMOL have revealed the referee administrative body have decided to stick with Simon Hooper as the center-referee for Sheffield United Vs Liverpool match on Wednesday December 6, 2023.
The PGMOL's decision to stick with Simon Hooper is not coming as a surprise. As previously stated, it is a matter of discretion for the referee to decide whether to call back a match for a foul or not if the fouled team is playing on the advantage.
PGMOL have been largely a pro-officials body, especially during the VAR debate. They have also disciplined erring officials for glaring officiating blunders.
Meanwhile, we have reported earlier Manchester City have been slammed by the FA for failing to whip their players into order during the match against Tottenham.
The indictment follows Erling Haaland bust-up with Simon Hooper during the game.