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Preparation for the Match. Topics. Match Preparation Disciplinary Matters Referee’s Report Dealing with Media Travel Protocol. Match preparation. R eferees should consider the following circumstances when they are appointed for a match: rules of the competition importance of the game
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Topics Match Preparation Disciplinary Matters Referee’s Report Dealing with Media Travel Protocol
Match preparation Referees should consider the following circumstances when they are appointed for a match: rules of the competition importance of the game rivalry & previous games result needed, goal difference size and condition of the field of play markings of the field of play altitude, heat , humidity weather & its impact ( rain, wind..) time of the match ball used in the match
Before the matchReferees’ equipment Referees should consider the following equipment to be used in a match: Cards, whistle,… Shoes (appropriate for the pitch….) Referees Kit – colours of the teams Pressure gauge. Pump Flags Laws of the Game
Before the matchChecking the field of play Referees should check the following areas and field equipment before the match: Field markings & field conditions Safety and general playing conditions Nets and corner flags
Before the matchChecking the field of play Referees should check the following areas and field equipment before the match: Benches, technical area 4th official area Substitution boards Stretchers and ambulance Colours of the teams and players equipment
Before the matchInformation to the teams Referees should discuss and confirm with coaches or relevant people from the teams: the substitution procedures warm-up areas injury procedures jewellery and safety of players
Before the matchAdministrative matters Referees should complete the first part of the referee’s report before the match and prepare the following additional documents (if available) useful for the match: Line-ups Substitution cards 4th official log Match report Incident report
During the matchTactical approach Referees should consider the following tactics of the teams: playing systems (i.e. 4-4-2, 3-5-2, 3-4-3) formations (flat back four, sweeper) knowing player tendencies styles of play - patterns of play dynamic play substitutions as a tactical measure set pieces corner kicks free kicks throw-ins
Referees should consider the following circumstances during the match: score of the match late goals injuries designed to interrupt flow time-wasting preventive measures abuse of fair play principle During the matchTactical approach
After the matchAdministrative matters Referees should complete the second part of the referee’s report after the match and any other additional documents (if available or needed).
Duties and functions of a referee The referee shall provide the appropriate authorities with a match report, which includes information on any disciplinary action taken against players and/or team officials and any other incidents that occurred before, during or after the match.
Duties and functions of a referee During the game the referee is: watching the game closely (policeman) evaluating (federal prosecutor) deciding (judge) enforcing the Law (executor officer)
Referee’s report The match report is the most important source of information in regard to the game. The match report must be submitted within 24 hours of the game. It must contain information on all misconduct and any other incidents. According to Art. 105 FDC “facts contained in match officials’ report are presumed to be accurate.”
Referee’s report The referee’s report should provide the following information: teams where, when, time stadium final score & Half time score referee, assistants & 4th official substitutions
Referee’s report The referee’s report should provide the following information: cautions & Sending-offs conduct of players, officials & spectators condition of pitch incidents any other item the match officials deem as important regarding the match (hostile atmosphere...)
Referee’s report Player’s name, number, team & competition. The OFFENCE (unsporting behaviour). The INCIDENT (tripping): relating the incident to the offence (the defender tripped the attacker with a late & reckless tackle. I considered his action to be unsporting behaviour) Time of the incident. The position. Referee’s position & distance from the incident.
Referee’s report who-what-when-where: legible short & precise facts description of offence
Referee’s report - Players It is important to give the following additional information: if the ball was in play the intention of the player if the opponent was injured details of the action details of the wording (if the incident is for offensive behaviour) State facts, not opinions!
Referee’s report - Players Once in the section of cautioned players. Twice in the section of cautioned players and once in the section of sent off players with the mention that he received 2 yellow cards. Once in the section of cautioned players and once in the section of sent off players. Once in the section of sent off players. + +
Referee’s report - Team officials The referee’s report should provide the following information: intention details of the action details of the wording (if the incident is for offensive behaviour) if the official was expelled from the field of play and/or its immediate surrounds State facts, not opinions!
Referee’s report - Spectators The referee’s report should provide the following information: if incidents occurred with home spectators or the visiting association /club details of the improper conduct especially violence towards persons or objects, letting off incendiary devices, throwing missiles, displaying insulting slogans in any form, uttering insulting words or sounds, or invading the pitch State facts, not opinions!
Decisions taken by the referee The referee is the authority who must ensure that the game is played in an orderly manner. The referee is a human being and can also make a wrong decision.
Decisions taken by the referee Law 5 of the Laws of the Game Referee's decisions: his decisions on facts connected with play are final he may only change a decision if he realises he has made a mistake or, at his discretion, on the advice of an assistant referee, provided that he has not restarted play or terminated the match
Decisions taken by the referee Law 12 of the Laws of the Game Aplayershall be cautioned and shown the yellow card, if he commits any of the following seven offences: is guilty of unsporting behaviour shows dissent by word or action persistently infringes the Laws of the Game delays the restart of play fails to respect the required distance when play is restarted with a corner kick, free kick or throw-in enters or re-enters the field of play without the referee’s permission deliberately leaves the field of play without the referee’s permission
Decisions taken by the referee Law 12 of the Laws of the Game Asubstitute or substituted playershall be cautioned and shown the yellow card, if he commits any of the following three offences: is guilty of unsporting behaviour shows dissent by word or action delays the restart of play
Decisions taken by the referee Law 12 of the Laws of the Game Aplayer, substitute or substituted player shall be sent off and shown the red card if he commits any of the following seven offences: is guilty of serious foul play is guilty of violent conduct spits at an opponent or at any other person denies the opposing team a goal or an obvious goal-scoring opportunity by deliberately handling the ball (this does not apply to a goalkeeper within his own penalty area) denies an obvious goal-scoring opportunity to an opponent moving towards the player’s goal by an offence punishable by a free kick or a penalty kick uses offensive or insulting or abusive language and/or gestures receives a second caution in the same match
Decisions taken by the referee FIFA Disciplinary Code Art. 84 (a): the Disciplinary Committee is responsible for sanctioning serious infringements which have escaped the match officials' attention
Decisions taken by the referee FIFA Disciplinary Code Art.84(b): the Disciplinary Committee is responsible for rectifying obvious errors in the referee's disciplinary decisions
Decisions taken by the referee FIFA Disciplinary Code Art. 84 (b) - Important preconditions: a decision must have been made clear wrong decision serious wrong decision
Decisions taken by the referee FIFA Disciplinary Code Art. 84 (b) - Important preconditions: no rectification may be made in accordance with Art. 84 (b) FDC if: discretionary decisions by the referee (e.g. whether a foul or a yellow or red card)
Dealing with Media Referees are reminded that: “an appointment as a match official at one of the FIFA competitions is an honor - but it also entails a wide range of responsibilities”
Dealing with Media The duties of the referee inspector is to ensure that referees and assistant referees do not attend any press conferences or speak to the press, before, during or after the match. FIFA is very clear with regard to referees talking to the press
Dealing with Media Referees are reminded that: Players are in the spotlight Coaches are in the spotlight Referees are judges Judges should never seek the spotlight
Dealing with Media Referees should be always Positive always Neutral diplomatic Referees MUST NOT offer predictions talk in a negative manner about other referees or organisers talk about games
Before Traveling Referees should consider the following circumstances when they have to travel for a match: Valid passport (min. 6 months after return) Visa Health documents Travel ticket (coordinated by FIFA) Arrival : day before game or earlier (FIFA) 1st flight out, if possible, back up flights Clothing and equipment Protocol gifts (pins, ties,….)
Before Traveling Referees should have the following information from the host association regarding: being met at airport hotel flight of all referees
Before Traveling Referees should have the information regarding the country or city they are travelling: Local customs Language Diet & nutrition Currency Climate & weather Time zone
While Traveling Referees should consider that they are representing FIFA when appointed for a FIFA match therefore they have to follow the following code of conduct and behaviour: They must be good ambassadors They must have an exemplary conduct at all times They must project the best image They must respect the customs and laws of the country They must be punctual at all times
While Traveling Referees should consider the following circumstances the day of travel: Punctuality Allow time for unexpected situations Travel light (light luggage) Carry your referee’s equipment on board do not check in your referee’s equipment Money and credit cards
While Traveling Other things you may need: small medical kit kit for electric plugs and adapter alarm clock camera sun screen dictionary passport photos