Thracian Posted 18 October 2005 Posted 18 October 2005 Be on your best behavious tonight City. The referee is Gloucestershire's Lee Probert who's quite probably written more words - and all of em players names - than Jeffrey Archer. Managers who've witnessed his ever-present pencil have been so irate they've been loathe to talk about him for fear of the reaction by that bastion of free speech - The FA. And yet it is only they who could explain how such a person (never renowned for letting a game flow and allowing the paying public to enjoy what they've paid to see) can ever get qualified. Do they not realise that refereeing is not all about knowing the rules, all about having a good enough memory to pass exams. It is about applying the rules constructively so that you, as the official are seen but not heard, and so that the players so respect you that they WANT to play fairly and properly. What with this guy and the bloke that refereed against QPR I'd hate to imagine what sort of refs they get in places like the Leicestershire Senior League today ... at lest judging by Probert's legendary reputation as "Bookings Galore". Ironic isn't it that while the Probert's of this world (60 yellow cards in two months) continue to prosper, the likes of Pierre Luigi-C, and other top refs are forced to retire when at the peak of their experience and capabilities. It's time this ageist attitude was challenged.
Jimmy Posted 18 October 2005 Posted 18 October 2005 Be on your best behavious tonight City. The referee is Gloucestershire's Lee Probert who's quite probably written more words - and all of em players names - than Jeffrey Archer. Managers who've witnessed his ever-present pencil have been so irate they've been loathe to talk about him for fear of the reaction by that bastion of free speech - The FA. And yet it is only they who could explain how such a person (never renowned for letting a game flow and allowing the paying public to enjoy what they've paid to see) can ever get qualified. Do they not realise that refereeing is not all about knowing the rules, all about having a good enough memory to pass exams. It is about applying the rules constructively so that you, as the official are seen but not heard, and so that the players so respect you that they WANT to play fairly and properly. What with this guy and the bloke that refereed against QPR I'd hate to imagine what sort of refs they get in places like the Leicestershire Senior League today ... at lest judging by Probert's legendary reputation as "Bookings Galore". Ironic isn't it that while the Probert's of this world (60 yellow cards in two months) continue to prosper, the likes of Pierre Luigi-C, and other top refs are forced to retire when at the peak of their experience and capabilities. It's time this ageist attitude was challenged. Pierre Luigi C retired after fevertons away leg in the CL qualifing, he'd had a run of games recieving harsh critersism for mistakes
Guest Posted 18 October 2005 Posted 18 October 2005 Pierre Luigi C retired after fevertons away leg in the CL qualifing, he'd had a run of games recieving harsh critersism for mistakes He also refused to give up his sponsored car, or something along those lines.
Thracian Posted 18 October 2005 Author Posted 18 October 2005 Pierre Luigi C retired after fevertons away leg in the CL qualifing, he'd had a run of games recieving harsh critersism for mistakes I'm not talking here about referees making mistakes. Since when did anyone, footballers, managers, people, ever not make mistakes especially if they're actually trying to do something?. All 60 of Probert's bookings might have been spot-on correct according to the letter of the law but it's funny how some referees someone don't need to book as many as others. I don't want to see referees becoming the centre of attention. I want to see football. It's all down to respect really and appreciation by the referee of why he's there...a) to ensure fair play, b) to aid the flow of the game so it is as enjoyable as possible for the spectators and c) to ensure the game goes off safely and that he, or others, don't unreasonably provoke or inflame a situation so that it flares out of control. As for PLC individually. I can only say that, on the many occasions I watched him, he was an outstanding referee.
Sly Posted 18 October 2005 Posted 18 October 2005 He also refused to give up his sponsored car, or something along those lines. PLC was still the best ref in the world IMO
lush Posted 18 October 2005 Posted 18 October 2005 Referees are human, humans make mistakes even if there paid £100,000 a week. I accusse refs of being rubbish, but deep down i know i couldnt do a great job, and no ref can. The answer, give them HELP!
Louise Posted 18 October 2005 Posted 18 October 2005 60 cards in two months?! That hardly seems possible. I guess de Vries will be out for Sunday then.
Gené and Tonic Posted 18 October 2005 Posted 18 October 2005 Then Dublin can play upfront against his old club
davieG Posted 18 October 2005 Posted 18 October 2005 Be on your best behavious tonight City.The referee is Gloucestershire's Lee Probert who's quite probably written more words - and all of em players names - than Jeffrey Archer. Managers who've witnessed his ever-present pencil have been so irate they've been loathe to talk about him for fear of the reaction by that bastion of free speech - The FA. And yet it is only they who could explain how such a person (never renowned for letting a game flow and allowing the paying public to enjoy what they've paid to see) can ever get qualified. Do they not realise that refereeing is not all about knowing the rules, all about having a good enough memory to pass exams. It is about applying the rules constructively so that you, as the official are seen but not heard, and so that the players so respect you that they WANT to play fairly and properly. What with this guy and the bloke that refereed against QPR I'd hate to imagine what sort of refs they get in places like the Leicestershire Senior League today ... at lest judging by Probert's legendary reputation as "Bookings Galore". Ironic isn't it that while the Probert's of this world (60 yellow cards in two months) continue to prosper, the likes of Pierre Luigi-C, and other top refs are forced to retire when at the peak of their experience and capabilities. It's time this ageist attitude was challenged. Thanks for reminding me about the bloke that nearly drove me to giving up on this supposedly beautiful game.
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