There was discussion the other day as to whether an indirect freekick might have been awarded instead of a penalty (Pompey's second penalty) for "dangerous play". Personally I think a penalty wasn't a terrible call on that occasion.
Just now (v Cambridge), on 10 mins 30 secs, their keeper had the ball in his hands in his area for absolutely ages, and it should surely have been an indirect freekick.
Do referees not know the indirect freekick rules, or do they invent their own discretion and take the view that it's too petty to enforce them? Goalkeepers should certainly know these rules. It's pretty basic stuff to know what they are allowed to do with the ball and for how long... |  |
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