That person on the touchline might look as though he's waving in some low flying aircraft but those flags have a very important role. They used to be called linesmen but now they're referee assistants ...

Other match officials (two assistant referees ... officials operate under the direction of the referee. In the event of undue interference or improper conduct, the referee will relieve them of their ...

The use and absence of VAR (Video Assistant Referee) technology in the FA Cup has led to familiar controversies in England's flagship cup competition in recent seasons. Newcastle United fans felt ...