📉The standard of officiating in English football has worsened under Howard Webb's leadership.
🆘There is a lack of accountability for poor officiating in the Premier League.
🔀There should be a change in leadership within the PGMOL to address the officiating issues.
🖥️Video refereeing (VAR) has not significantly improved the quality of decision-making.
⚖️There is a need for clearer and consistent interpretation of handball rules.
Why has the standard of officiating worsened?
—The decline in officiating can be attributed to Howard Webb's leadership and a lack of accountability.
Is the implementation of VAR helping improve officiating?
—While VAR was introduced to aid decision-making, it has not led to a significant improvement in the standard of officiating.
What needs to happen to address the officiating issues?
—There should be a change in leadership within the PGMOL to bring about improvements in officiating standards.
What is the role of the PGMOL?
—The PGMOL oversees the appointment and development of match officials in English football.
Is there a need for clearer handball rules?
—Yes, there is a need for clearer and consistent interpretation of handball rules to avoid controversy.
00:00In this video, Darren discusses the decline in officiating in English football, specifically under Howard Webb's leadership.
02:17Darren suggests that the issues lie at the top of the PGMOL and calls for a change in leadership.
04:10There is a debate about the interpretation of handball rules and the need for clearer guidelines.
06:26Darren argues that anyone could be taught to be a video referee if given the right training and understanding of the game.
