Tag: Keith Hackett
Kane elbow a “Blatant red card” says former referee
Ex-referee Keith Hackett says Harry Kane's elbow on Gabriel was a clear red card. Did the referee miss a crucial call?
Ex-ref claims TV pundits instructed to back officials on Arsenal errors
Former referee Keith Hackett has claimed that phone calls were made instructing pundits to quieten down in their criticism of officials, following Arsenal's defeat to Newcastle United.
Claims of PGMOL media pressure after Arsenal VAR complaint raises questions
Reports of pundits being asked to reduce criticism of referees following Arsenal's contentious defeat to Newcastle ignite a media and football debate.
Arsenal vs PGMOL and the media: A roundup
Arsenal stand firm in the face of VAR controversies, FA inquiries, and media criticism, with Arteta unapologetic over his comments on officiating.
Former referee says ‘world are laughing at us’ after VAR decisions in Arsenal defeat
Explore Keith Hackett's critique of Premier League refereeing standards and his take on the Arsenal-Newcastle VAR controversy.
Vardy likely to escape action for kick on Mustafi
Jamie Vardy is likely to escape any retrospective action for planting his studs in Shkodran Mustafi's face, despite a former referee suggesting it should have been a red card.
Keith Hackett: Premier League’s decision to delay VAR was a huge mistake
Former Premier League referee Keith Hackett says the Premier League made a huge mistake by not introducing VAR this season, and England's top officials are now suffering as a result.
8 hilarious bits from the aftermath of Arsenal’s epic win over Tottenham
Sunday’s win over Tottenham Hotspur delivered some brilliant entertainment, much-needed relief for Arenal fans and a chance to smack Tottenham back into place.
Media call for Manchester United red but ignore Southampton man’s terrible tackles v Arsenal
Mark Hughes thinks that Jack Wilshere should have been sent off on Sunday but nobody seems to care that Dusan Tadic should have received two red cards for absolutely awful ‘tackles’.
World Cup selection confirms Arsene Wenger’s referee comments
For the first time in 80 years, there will be no referee from any of the associations within Britain at the World Cup in what is a damming indictment of the state of refereeing on these islands.
Ex-Premier League ref Keith Hackett demands five-match ban for elbowing
Former Premier League referee Keith Hackett wants a five-match ban for elbows, after watching West Ham United new-boy Marko Arnautovic commit the very act in gameweek two.
Former ref criticises Ozil decision as narrative builds
Former referee, Keith Hackett, believes that Leicester have the right to feel 'aggrieved' after Mesut Ozil got away with illegally handling the ball on Friday night.