TY - CHAP
T1 - Future directions for elite refereeing
AU - Webb, Thomas
PY - 2017/4/22
Y1 - 2017/4/22
N2 - The chapter initially summarises the similarities and differences in elite referee structures and provision in England, Spain, Italy and also UEFA and FIFA. The chapter also discusses possible adaptations that could occur in refereeing as the game evolves. Major findings that have emerged are documented, including a number of recommendations for the development of elite referee training and preparation. In particular, the chapter considers key similarities and differences between the leagues, the introduction and further use of technology and the implications for referees, the use of the controversial five-official system and key recommendations, actions and outcomes.
AB - The chapter initially summarises the similarities and differences in elite referee structures and provision in England, Spain, Italy and also UEFA and FIFA. The chapter also discusses possible adaptations that could occur in refereeing as the game evolves. Major findings that have emerged are documented, including a number of recommendations for the development of elite referee training and preparation. In particular, the chapter considers key similarities and differences between the leagues, the introduction and further use of technology and the implications for referees, the use of the controversial five-official system and key recommendations, actions and outcomes.
UR - https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/portsmouth-ebooks/reader.action?docID=4851368&ppg=30
U2 - 10.4324/9781315656809-11
DO - 10.4324/9781315656809-11
M3 - Chapter (peer-reviewed)
SN - 9781138101616
SN - 9780367231170
T3 - Routledge Research in Football
BT - Elite Soccer Referees Officiating in the Premier League, La Liga and Serie A
PB - Routledge
ER -