Premier League Referees Under Scrutiny: Are They Getting the Big Calls Right?
Former Premier League referee Chris Foy argues that despite ongoing scrutiny, referees have largely made the correct decisions on major calls in recent weeks. The increasing prevalence of grappling in the penalty area, particularly during set pieces, presents a challenge for officials. Foy emphasizes the importance of identifying ‘material impact’ and the VAR’s role in correcting clear and obvious errors.