Blatter defends decision to rule out goal line technology

Blatter defends decision to rule out goal line technology

FIFA president Sepp Blatter, responding to criticism of the decision to reject goal line technology, said he wanted soccer to be played under the same rules at all levels and retain its human element. Full Story.
Refs Are Gunning for Tall Guys
Refs Are Gunning for Tall Guys

Scientists assert tall people get the short end of the stick in situations when a referee calls a foul.

FIFA AAR Program
FIFA AAR Program

September 17th marked the launch of the Additional Assistant Referee (AAR) in professional soccer.

Stopping Play for Head Injuries
Stopping Play for Head Injuries

New guidance emphasizes the importance of responding to serious player injuries.

Week 36: Season Finale
Week 36: Season Finale

The MLS Cup match officials topped off a season in which the refereeing community made many positive strides.

Week 35: OT Championships
Week 35: OT Championships

Referees were challenged to find the right mix of game flow, foul discrimination and misconduct while ensuring player safety.

Week 34: The “3-C’s”
Week 34: The “3-C’s”

Match officials were faced with decisions that could influence the outcome of the game and they responded admirably.

Soccer Takes a New Look at Replay
Soccer Takes a New Look at Replay

After the 'Hand of Henry' Debacle, FIFA Considers Goal-Line Video; a Debate Set for March.

Knowledge Is Good. But Is Technology?
Knowledge Is Good. But Is Technology?

After opposing new technologies in soccer, Sepp Blatter has apparently had a change of heart.

Is “Fair Play” a thing of the past?
Is “Fair Play” a thing of the past?

When David Beckham gets booked in the first five minutes, you just know there’s going to be trouble.