Feed MRSS-S arbitraje_deportivo_a, en.as.com en https://en.as.com Thu, 07 May 2026 07:56:35 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/its-a-scandal-germany-points-finger-of-blame-for-bayern-munich-champions-league-exit-to-psg-f202605-n/ Thu, 07 May 2026 07:56:35 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/its-a-scandal-germany-points-finger-of-blame-for-bayern-munich-champions-league-exit-to-psg-f202605-n/ José Carlos Menzel,Calum Roche Bayern and German media turned their fury on João Pinheiro after a night of contentious calls against PSG. Bayern and German media turned their fury on João Pinheiro after a night of contentious calls against PSG. FC Bayern Múnich Alemania Champions League UEFA Arbitraje deportivo Árbitros Angelika Warmuth (REUTERS) “It’s a scandal!” - Germany points finger of blame for Bayern Munich Champions League exit to PSG Bayern and German media turned their fury on João Pinheiro after a night of contentious calls against PSG. Bayern and German media turned their fury on João Pinheiro after a night of contentious calls against PSG. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/NL6LCU4HPNOGHEKNYKCOR3A3HQ.jpg?auth=72df1b913657e5ddaa80bd44bea0dd9125dfd4ee5e9d4e558622548c2f25278d" width="2071" height="1443" alt="Bayern and German media turned their fury on João Pinheiro after a night of contentious calls against PSG."></img><p><b>Bayern and the German press were quick to identify the man they believed was responsible for the Munich side’s Champions League exit after the </b><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/bayern-vs-psg-ends-in-drama-as-champions-league-holders-advance-to-set-up-arsenal-final-f202605-n/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/bayern-vs-psg-ends-in-drama-as-champions-league-holders-advance-to-set-up-arsenal-final-f202605-n/"><b>1-1 draw against PSG</b></a><b>:</b> Portuguese referee João Pinheiro. They blamed him for not showing Nuno Mendes a second yellow card for a handball and for <a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/why-werent-bayern-munich-given-a-penalty-against-psg-for-a-handball-by-joao-neves-f202605-n/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/why-werent-bayern-munich-given-a-penalty-against-psg-for-a-handball-by-joao-neves-f202605-n/">not awarding a penalty for another handball</a>, this time by João Neves after a clearance by Vitinha. The most forceful outlet was Bild: “Refereeing scandal! Bayern’s dream of the final destroyed,” the newspaper wrote on its website.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/its-a-scandal-germany-points-finger-of-blame-for-bayern-munich-champions-league-exit-to-psg-f202605-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-joao-pinheiro-referee-for-bayern-munich-vs-psg-champions-league-semifinal-2nd-leg-f202605-n/ Wed, 06 May 2026 10:27:07 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-joao-pinheiro-referee-for-bayern-munich-vs-psg-champions-league-semifinal-2nd-leg-f202605-n/ Andy Hall This is the Portuguese referee’s fourth season officiating in the Champions League and his second encounter with both semifinalists. This is the Portuguese referee’s fourth season officiating in the Champions League and his second encounter with both semifinalists. FC Bayern Múnich PSG Champions League Árbitros Arbitraje deportivo UEFA Fútbol Dylan Martinez (REUTERS) Who is João Pinheiro, referee for Bayern Munich vs PSG, Champions League semifinal 2nd leg? This is the Portuguese referee’s fourth season officiating in the Champions League and his second encounter with both semifinalists. This is the Portuguese referee’s fourth season officiating in the Champions League and his second encounter with both semifinalists. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/3XHVJFFGXRNZLJVTXVAQJCV5HA.jpg?auth=ce5482469f162be34ce991b4d88bf71f17e2988c01431f19aef3926941319248" width="3375" height="2247" alt="This is the Portuguese referee’s fourth season officiating in the Champions League and his second encounter with both semifinalists. "></img><p><b>Arsenal </b>became the first finalists in this year’s Champions League after <b>eliminating Atlético in last night’s second leg</b> in London. Joining them will be the winners of the other semi-final tie between Bayern Munich and PSG which will be resolved this evening. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-joao-pinheiro-referee-for-bayern-munich-vs-psg-champions-league-semifinal-2nd-leg-f202605-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-sandro-scharer-referee-for-psg-vs-bayern-munich-champions-league-semifinal-1st-leg-f202604-n/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:42:34 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-sandro-scharer-referee-for-psg-vs-bayern-munich-champions-league-semifinal-1st-leg-f202604-n/ Calum Roche The Swiss official will lead an all-Spanish refereeing team for this blockbuster game between Europe’s in-form sides. The Swiss official will lead an all-Spanish refereeing team for this blockbuster game between Europe’s in-form sides. Champions League UEFA Champions League PSG FC Bayern Múnich Arbitraje deportivo Árbitros FRANCK FIFE (AFP) Who is Sandro Scharer, referee for PSG-Bayern Champions League semifinal 1st leg? The Swiss official will lead an all-Spanish refereeing team for this blockbuster game between Europe’s in-form sides. The Swiss official will lead an all-Spanish refereeing team for this blockbuster game between Europe’s in-form sides. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/7NG5SQSKDVE4ZNIW4TQBQHPZSY.jpg?auth=e0a2c00c54164ea1e5a45889fa0d414d54229cd0dca99fe303b93db1c3969b41" width="2321" height="1548" alt="The Swiss official will lead an all-Spanish refereeing team for this blockbuster game between Europe’s in-form sides."></img><p><b>The Swiss referee Sandro Schärer, who will be assisted by an entirely Spanish officiating team,</b> has been appointed to oversee Tuesday’s first leg of the Champions League semifinal between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich. It’s what many people consider the final that should have been, as these two heavyweights have proven themselves the form teams.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-sandro-scharer-referee-for-psg-vs-bayern-munich-champions-league-semifinal-1st-leg-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-danny-makkelie-the-referee-for-the-atletico-madrid-arsenal-champions-league-semi-final-first-leg-f202604-n/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:20:42 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-danny-makkelie-the-referee-for-the-atletico-madrid-arsenal-champions-league-semi-final-first-leg-f202604-n/ EFE EFE,Andy Hall The Dutchman has refereed Atlético seven times, including the memorable Last 16 comeback against Liverpool in 2019-20. The Dutchman has refereed Atlético seven times, including the memorable Last 16 comeback against Liverpool in 2019-20. Atlético de Madrid Arsenal FC Champions League Árbitros Arbitraje deportivo Fútbol ODD ANDERSEN (AFP) Who is Danny Makkelie, the referee for the Atlético Madrid-Arsenal Champions League semi-final first leg The Dutchman has refereed Atlético seven times, including the memorable Last 16 comeback against Liverpool in 2019-20. The Dutchman has refereed Atlético seven times, including the memorable Last 16 comeback against Liverpool in 2019-20. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/K4QTMDQIXLWUTLVPZH5NFJWB2M.jpg?auth=ea1f1b9ca1d6516b187c2d9608fa0fc4c298109a48b0fb5c19e3fd8fbc791a4d" width="4686" height="3124" alt="The Dutchman has refereed Atlético seven times, including the memorable Last 16 comeback against Liverpool in 2019-20. "></img><p>UEFA has tapped Dutch referee <b>Danny Makkelie</b> to take charge of <b>Wednesday’s first leg between Atlético Madrid and Arsenal</b> in the Champions League semifinals. The match kicks off at 3:00 p.m. ET / 12 noon PDT at the Metropolitano in Madrid.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-danny-makkelie-the-referee-for-the-atletico-madrid-arsenal-champions-league-semi-final-first-leg-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-michael-oliver-referee-for-real-madrid-vs-bayern-munich-champions-league-quarterfinal-1st-leg-f202604-n/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:01:00 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-michael-oliver-referee-for-real-madrid-vs-bayern-munich-champions-league-quarterfinal-1st-leg-f202604-n/ William Allen Today’s heavyweight Champions League matchup witnesses Michael Oliver’s return to the scene of one of his most controversial calls. Today’s heavyweight Champions League matchup witnesses Michael Oliver’s return to the scene of one of his most controversial calls. Michael Oliver Árbitros Fútbol Real Madrid Juventus Champions League 2017/2018 Champions League UEFA FC Bayern Múnich Gianluigi Buffon Arbitraje deportivo Estadio Santiago Bernabéu 85 títulos y 6 Champions tiene el Bayern y su capitán y míster dicen esto: pánico al Bernabéu es quedarse muy corto 85 títulos y 6 Champions tiene el Bayern y su capitán y míster dicen esto: pánico al Bernabéu es quedarse muy corto 85 títulos y 6 Champions tiene el Bayern y su capitán y míster dicen esto: pánico al Bernabéu es quedarse muy corto <p><b>Referee Michael Oliver will be in charge at the Estadio Bernabéu today</b>, as Real Madrid and Bayern Munich face off in a marquee Champions League matchup.<b> </b>It will be the Englishman’s first game at the Spanish arena since he awarded the hosts a controversial, last-gasp penalty eight years ago.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-michael-oliver-referee-for-real-madrid-vs-bayern-munich-champions-league-quarterfinal-1st-leg-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-daniel-siebert-referee-for-sporting-cp-vs-arsenal-champions-league-quarterfinal-first-leg-f202604-n/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 09:37:42 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-daniel-siebert-referee-for-sporting-cp-vs-arsenal-champions-league-quarterfinal-first-leg-f202604-n/ Calum Roche Berlin-born official and UEFA elite referee takes charge of a high-stakes night in Lisbon. Berlin-born official and UEFA elite referee takes charge of a high-stakes night in Lisbon. UEFA Champions League Champions League UEFA Sporting Portugal Arsenal FC Arbitraje deportivo Árbitros SILAS STEIN (AFP) Who is Daniel Siebert, referee for Sporting CP vs Arsenal, Champions League quarterfinal first leg? Berlin-born official and UEFA elite referee takes charge of a high-stakes night in Lisbon. Berlin-born official and UEFA elite referee takes charge of a high-stakes night in Lisbon. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/OYCOKCPY3ZNTFJ5OVLFC47NL5M.jpg?auth=b7cb2b958fed7e4c6844150de9e18ed315a33b01a64fa145748bcd11e3c14272" width="3645" height="2430" alt="Berlin-born official and UEFA elite referee takes charge of a high-stakes night in Lisbon."></img><p><b>UEFA has </b><a href="https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/match/2048066--sporting-cp-vs-arsenal/matchinfo/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" title="https://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/match/2048066--sporting-cp-vs-arsenal/matchinfo/"><b>announced</b></a><b> that Daniel Siebert will referee Sporting CP vs Arsenal in the Champions League quarterfinal first leg</b> at Estádio José Alvalade, stepping into one of the four huge games of the week.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-daniel-siebert-referee-for-sporting-cp-vs-arsenal-champions-league-quarterfinal-first-leg-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/atletico-madrid-furious-after-controversial-var-call-favors-barcelona-demands-answers-f202604-n/ Sun, 05 Apr 2026 13:54:42 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/atletico-madrid-furious-after-controversial-var-call-favors-barcelona-demands-answers-f202604-n/ F.J. Díaz,Roddy Cons Atlético questions refereeing consistency after red card for Gerard Martín was overturned, comparing decision to similar incidents and calling for answers from officials. Atlético questions refereeing consistency after red card for Gerard Martín was overturned, comparing decision to similar incidents and calling for answers from officials. Fútbol FC Barcelona Atlético de Madrid LaLiga EA Sports Arbitraje Arbitraje deportivo VAR Tienen que ver el gesto de Simoene al árbitro camino al túnel de vestuarios Tienen que ver el gesto de Simoene al árbitro camino al túnel de vestuarios Tienen que ver el gesto de Simoene al árbitro camino al túnel de vestuarios <p><b>Frustration inside Atlético Madrid continues to grow</b> in the hours following their <a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/atletico-madrid-vs-barcelona-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-laliga-202526-f202604-n/" target="_self" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/atletico-madrid-vs-barcelona-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-laliga-202526-f202604-n/"><b>LaLiga defeat to Barcelona</b></a> at the Metropolitano. Club officials and players are<b> furious over a key refereeing decision</b> involving Barcelona defender <b>Gerard Martín</b>. Referee Mateo Busquets Ferrer <b>initially showed Martín a red card</b>, only to <b>downgrade it to yellow</b> after reviewing the play on VAR.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/atletico-madrid-furious-after-controversial-var-call-favors-barcelona-demands-answers-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/mlb/why-the-orioles-game-ended-on-an-abs-challenge-mlb-rule-explained-f202604-n/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 09:34:42 GMT https://en.as.com/mlb/why-the-orioles-game-ended-on-an-abs-challenge-mlb-rule-explained-f202604-n/ Jennifer Bubel The Baltimore Orioles ended their game against the Texas Rangers on MLB’s first-ever ABS challenge. Here’s how it happened. The Baltimore Orioles ended their game against the Texas Rangers on MLB’s first-ever ABS challenge. Here’s how it happened. MLB Béisbol Baltimore Orioles Texas Rangers Árbitros Arbitraje deportivo GREG FIUME (Getty Images via AFP) Why the Orioles game ended on an ABS challenge - MLB rule explained The Baltimore Orioles ended their game against the Texas Rangers on MLB’s first-ever ABS challenge. Here’s how it happened. The Baltimore Orioles ended their game against the Texas Rangers on MLB’s first-ever ABS challenge. Here’s how it happened. <p>The<b> Baltimore Orioles </b>made a bit of MLB history this week. In an 8-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday, the game ended on the league’s first-ever <b>Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) challenge</b>.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/mlb/why-the-orioles-game-ended-on-an-abs-challenge-mlb-rule-explained-f202604-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/fifa-announces-major-rules-changes-for-the-2026-world-cup-heres-whats-new-f202603-n/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:23:54 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/fifa-announces-major-rules-changes-for-the-2026-world-cup-heres-whats-new-f202603-n/ Andy Hall World football’s organizing body has introduced a series of new rules to combat time-wasting and help games run quicker and smoother. World football’s organizing body has introduced a series of new rules to combat time-wasting and help games run quicker and smoother. FIFA Reglamentos deportivos Reglamentos Fútbol Mundial 2026 Arbitraje deportivo Árbitros VAR VAHRAM BAGHDASARYAN (Photolure via REUTERS) FIFA announces major rules changes for the 2026 World Cup: Here’s what’s new World football’s organizing body has introduced a series of new rules to combat time-wasting and help games run quicker and smoother. World football’s organizing body has introduced a series of new rules to combat time-wasting and help games run quicker and smoother. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/HSJP5ICWVBO6TIM2WFVEQKGAUQ.jpg?auth=f947f10368827261efe5cc8ea24cd91cc47e839429ce88ace532b50e28d264bf" width="2446" height="1706" alt="World football’s organizing body has introduced a series of new rules to combat time-wasting and help games run quicker and smoother. "></img><p>This week <b>FIFA unveiled five key rule changes</b> that will have a direct impact how this summer’s tournament is played. The changes have been brought in to <b>curb time-wasting and make the game flow more efficiently</b>. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/fifa-announces-major-rules-changes-for-the-2026-world-cup-heres-whats-new-f202603-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/ZWHBWG2HRWRR7KLGZYULKW6YKI.jpg?auth=3af78da1ea3064d0a64d61c2d163bde44bdc65613e299d3ae04416c8723d6459" width="2000" height="1333" alt="."></img> https://en.as.com/soccer/var-report-shows-real-madrid-barcelona-discrepancies-laliga-teams-and-the-video-referee-f202603-n/ Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:13:58 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/var-report-shows-real-madrid-barcelona-discrepancies-laliga-teams-and-the-video-referee-f202603-n/ Ruby Arés,Calum Roche VAR controversy returns as the numbers reveal a gap between perception and reality in how decisions have shaped LaLiga’s biggest clubs. VAR controversy returns as the numbers reveal a gap between perception and reality in how decisions have shaped LaLiga’s biggest clubs. Real Madrid FC Barcelona LaLiga EA Sports VAR Arbitraje deportivo Árbitros Real Madrid news roundup for the international break Real Madrid news roundup for the international break Real Madrid news roundup for the international break <p>LaLiga heads into the March break to a familiar soundtrack: Real Madrid and Barcelona once again trading accusations over refereeing decisions. <b>The latest to weigh in was Enric Masip, a member of Barcelona’s sporting commission, who claimed that VAR is applied differently depending on the club.</b> “I’m always concerned about refereeing, because the same standard isn’t applied,” he said. But the data from this season tells a different story: interventions from the VOR have gone more often against Madrid (with a balance of –7) than Barcelona (+2 in their favor).</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/var-report-shows-real-madrid-barcelona-discrepancies-laliga-teams-and-the-video-referee-f202603-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-jose-luis-munuera-the-referee-for-real-madrid-vs-atletico-madrid-derby-f202603-n/ Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:20:55 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-jose-luis-munuera-the-referee-for-real-madrid-vs-atletico-madrid-derby-f202603-n/ José Félix Díaz The Andalusian referee is the one who has been corrected the fewest times by the VAR room for his decisions in LaLiga. The Andalusian referee is the one who has been corrected the fewest times by the VAR room for his decisions in LaLiga. LaLiga EA Sports Arbitraje deportivo Árbitros Real Madrid Atlético de Madrid Europa Press Sports (Europa Press via Getty Images) Who is José Luis Munuera, the referee for Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid derby? The Andalusian referee is the one who has been corrected the fewest times by the VAR room for his decisions in LaLiga. The Andalusian referee is the one who has been corrected the fewest times by the VAR room for his decisions in LaLiga. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/DIAYA326SVHRHII5UQZOBOZ264.jpg?auth=984d528a6063d51e4423cefa198dd3be09f5dc11ea68d578d04a3ec8bb4f3c59" width="3333" height="1875" alt="The Andalusian referee is the one who has been corrected the fewest times by the VAR room for his decisions in LaLiga."></img><p><b>José Luis Munuera Montero, 42, continues to climb the refereeing ladder.</b> The Andalusian official has been chosen to take charge of the derby between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid on Sunday night at the Santiago Bernabéu. He has found his stride this season after a difficult start, but Fran Soto’s refereeing committee has made clear that it intends to reward officials based on form, something reflected in Munuera Montero’s appointment for the derby.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-jose-luis-munuera-the-referee-for-real-madrid-vs-atletico-madrid-derby-f202603-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/danny-murphy-exclusive-the-technical-level-in-football-has-dropped-f202603-n/ Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:43:41 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/danny-murphy-exclusive-the-technical-level-in-football-has-dropped-f202603-n/ Joe Brennan Danny Murphy, formerly of Liverpool, Spurs, and England, speaks to AS USA about the state of modern football. Danny Murphy, formerly of Liverpool, Spurs, and England, speaks to AS USA about the state of modern football. Liverpool FC Tottenham Hotspur Fulham FC Selección Fútbol Inglaterra Arbitraje Arbitraje deportivo Premier League Champions League Danny Murphy x AS USA Danny Murphy x AS USA Danny Murphy x AS USA <p>We haven’t got much time with <b>former Liverpool, Spurs, and England midfielder Danny Murphy</b>, but that’s not <i>his</i> decision. For his part, talking football is no problem at all; a <b>comfortable wiggle into his seat digs himself him like a cat on a windowsill</b> and we get right into what I would assume from the look on his face is his favourite topic in the world. All we need is a fireplace, a pair of cigars, and an old radio to occasionally remind us of the passage of time. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/danny-murphy-exclusive-the-technical-level-in-football-has-dropped-f202603-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-clement-turpin-the-referee-for-manchester-city-vs-real-madrid-in-the-champions-league-f202603-n/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:08:03 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-clement-turpin-the-referee-for-manchester-city-vs-real-madrid-in-the-champions-league-f202603-n/ Roddy Cons Turpin leads an all-French team of officials at the Etihad, where City will look to overturn a 3-0 deficit against Madrid. Turpin leads an all-French team of officials at the Etihad, where City will look to overturn a 3-0 deficit against Madrid. Arbitraje Arbitraje deportivo Real Madrid Manchester City Champions League Man City vs Real Madrid players at risk of suspensions Man City vs Real Madrid players at risk of suspensions Man City vs Real Madrid players at risk of suspensions <p>Experienced French referee, <b>Clément Turpin,</b> is the official selected for the<b> second leg of the round of 16 clash between Manchester City and Real Madrid</b> in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday.</p><h3>Manchester City vs Real Madrid live</h3><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-clement-turpin-the-referee-for-manchester-city-vs-real-madrid-in-the-champions-league-f202603-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><h3>Referees for Manchester City vs Real Madrid</h3><table><tbody><tr><td data-row="2">Referee</td><td data-row="2">Clément Turpin (FRA)</td></tr><tr><td data-row="3">Assistant referees</td><td data-row="3">Nicolas Danos (FRA), Benjamin Pages (FRA)</td></tr><tr><td data-row="4">Fourth official</td><td data-row="4"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(35, 42, 49);">Willy Delajod</span> (FRA)</td></tr><tr><td data-row="5">VAR (Video Assistant Referee)</td><td data-row="5">Jérôme Brisard (FRA)</td></tr><tr><td data-row="6">Assistant VAR</td><td data-row="6"><span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(35, 42, 49);">Bastien Dechepy</span> (FRA)</td></tr></tbody></table><p><br></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-ricardo-de-burgos-bengoetxea-the-referee-for-the-copa-del-rey-semifinal-between-barcelona-and-atletico-madrid-f202603-n/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:08:28 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-ricardo-de-burgos-bengoetxea-the-referee-for-the-copa-del-rey-semifinal-between-barcelona-and-atletico-madrid-f202603-n/ Joe Brennan The Basque referee has been selected for the high-stakes game in Cataluña. The Basque referee has been selected for the high-stakes game in Cataluña. Arbitraje deportivo Copa Rey Fútbol Atlético de Madrid FC Barcelona JESUS ALVAREZ ORIHUELA (DIARIO AS ) Who is Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea, the referee for the Copa del Rey semifinal between Barcelona and Atlético Madrid? The Basque referee has been selected for the high-stakes game in Cataluña. The Basque referee has been selected for the high-stakes game in Cataluña. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/HCUXVJSDMLZZQ6EOXU6DYCY4UA.JPG?auth=67ece7c50970eaf76349c610770214ac615e1cb1d9baa1a19ffce480e664be20" width="4273" height="2849" alt="The Basque referee has been selected for the high-stakes game in Cataluña."></img><p>There are innumerable tear-jerking poems written on hope, <b>single lines on triumph that have inspired greatness over the centuries</b>, and quotes on making the impossible come true that have pushed the pen into the pages of history and moved it to write.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-ricardo-de-burgos-bengoetxea-the-referee-for-the-copa-del-rey-semifinal-between-barcelona-and-atletico-madrid-f202603-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/roberto-rosetti-uefa-refereeing-director-on-referee-mistakes-we-cannot-go-in-this-direction-of-microscopic-var-intervention-f202602-n/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:24:52 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/roberto-rosetti-uefa-refereeing-director-on-referee-mistakes-we-cannot-go-in-this-direction-of-microscopic-var-intervention-f202602-n/ Joe Brennan A top official at UEFA has hit out at the use of VAR in the modern game, saying it is “microscopic” and cannot continue. A top official at UEFA has hit out at the use of VAR in the modern game, saying it is “microscopic” and cannot continue. UEFA Arbitraje deportivo GLYN KIRK (AFP) Roberto Rosetti, UEFA refereeing director, on referee mistakes: “We cannot go in this direction of microscopic VAR intervention” A top official at UEFA has hit out at the use of VAR in the modern game, saying it is “microscopic” and cannot continue. A top official at UEFA has hit out at the use of VAR in the modern game, saying it is “microscopic” and cannot continue. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/VFSO3MTDUJJR5FU5ACPUCGIHDI.jpg?auth=d4122dfbce6ff633ffae8ef7a201f0f2be97697093deddd8a64d375d8da56a75" width="5000" height="3333" alt="A top official at UEFA has hit out at the use of VAR in the modern game, saying it is “microscopic” and cannot continue."></img><p>Finally, somebody said it. <b>Roberto Rosetti, a senior UEFA official, has at long last spoken out against the way VAR is currently used in football</b>, calling the thresholds “microscopic” and admitting that “<b>we forgot the reason why VAR was introduced</b>”.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/roberto-rosetti-uefa-refereeing-director-on-referee-mistakes-we-cannot-go-in-this-direction-of-microscopic-var-intervention-f202602-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/punishment-handed-out-for-var-referees-after-barcelona-and-real-madrid-errors-f202602-n/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 19:21:52 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/punishment-handed-out-for-var-referees-after-barcelona-and-real-madrid-errors-f202602-n/ Ruby Arés,Joe Brennan David Gálvez Rascón and Daniel Jesús Trujillo will be punished by the CTA. David Gálvez Rascón and Daniel Jesús Trujillo will be punished by the CTA. FC Barcelona Real Madrid LaLiga EA Sports RFEF Arbitraje deportivo RODOLFO MOLINA (DIARIO AS) Punishment handed out for VAR referees after Barcelona and Real Madrid errors David Gálvez Rascón and Daniel Jesús Trujillo will be punished by the CTA. David Gálvez Rascón and Daniel Jesús Trujillo will be punished by the CTA. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/U32VSGNTFNPEDDOSVV5IPET3UI.jpg?auth=19a8f270626707cee528d9fac1c519b9c164bb9e41ad3c0bcf499be0a1809d67" width="2400" height="1600" alt="David Gálvez Rascón and Daniel Jesús Trujillo will be punished by the CTA."></img><p>The Spanish Refereeing Committee (CTA) will <b>punish the VAR referees from Monday’s </b><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/girona-vs-barcelona-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-laliga-202526-f202602-n/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/girona-vs-barcelona-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-laliga-202526-f202602-n/"><b>Girona 2-1 Barcelona</b></a><b> match and Saturday’s </b><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/real-madrid-vs-real-sociedad-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-laliga-202526-f202602-n/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/real-madrid-vs-real-sociedad-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-laliga-202526-f202602-n/"><b>Real Madrid 4-1 Real Sociedad</b></a><b> game</b>, both from matchday 24.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/punishment-handed-out-for-var-referees-after-barcelona-and-real-madrid-errors-f202602-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/raphinha-hints-barca-have-to-play-against-referees-in-explosive-comments-f202602-n/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:03:11 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/raphinha-hints-barca-have-to-play-against-referees-in-explosive-comments-f202602-n/ Joe Brennan The Barcelona winger took to social media to attack the LaLiga officials after their recent loss to Girona. The Barcelona winger took to social media to attack the LaLiga officials after their recent loss to Girona. Raphinha LaLiga EA Sports FC Barcelona Girona FC Arbitraje deportivo Enric Fontcuberta (EFE) Raphinha hints Barça “have to play against” referees in explosive comments The Barcelona winger took to social media to attack the LaLiga officials after their recent loss to Girona. The Barcelona winger took to social media to attack the LaLiga officials after their recent loss to Girona. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/AL2UZVKESVJATFZVOXEZVIMA7U.jpg?auth=849f49a13a8c89b99adcd6669e43c39724f17c937e27c5fcc7f8c2fe0ae9a6ac" width="4032" height="2688" alt="The Barcelona winger took to social media to attack the LaLiga officials after their recent loss to Girona."></img><p>Some will say <b>Barcelona have been walking on a tightrope</b>, or at least using one to balance all their defenders on it as they <b>play an insanely high line game after game</b>, with the huge chasm between them and the goalkeeper <b>routinely being exploited</b> by opponents as they try to gain an advantage over the Catalan side’s insanely talented squad.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/raphinha-hints-barca-have-to-play-against-referees-in-explosive-comments-f202602-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/nba/how-much-jason-kidd-has-to-pay-in-fines-after-hitting-out-at-referees-f202602-n/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:47:09 GMT https://en.as.com/nba/how-much-jason-kidd-has-to-pay-in-fines-after-hitting-out-at-referees-f202602-n/ Joe Brennan The Dallas coach was hit with a fine for calling officials “terrible” and “unacceptable” in the aftermath of the loss to the Rockets. The Dallas coach was hit with a fine for calling officials “terrible” and “unacceptable” in the aftermath of the loss to the Rockets. NBA Dallas Mavericks Jason Kidd Arbitraje deportivo Kevin Jairaj (IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect) How much Jason Kidd has to pay in fines after hitting out at “unacceptable” referees The Dallas coach was hit with a fine for calling officials “terrible” and “unacceptable” in the aftermath of the loss to the Rockets. The Dallas coach was hit with a fine for calling officials “terrible” and “unacceptable” in the aftermath of the loss to the Rockets. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/6GLGUGKYEVNJRLLWFH5OMSGQGA.jpg?auth=1f1e680efeb74cec1e8eb252979d150b4eed27ba797414bd667e740e57f407b2" width="4387" height="2738" alt="The Dallas coach was hit with a fine for calling officials “terrible” and “unacceptable” in the aftermath of the loss to the Rockets."></img><p><b>Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd has been hit with an eye-watering $35,000 fine</b> by the NBA after an outspoken outburst about game officiating following his team’s latest loss.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/nba/how-much-jason-kidd-has-to-pay-in-fines-after-hitting-out-at-referees-f202602-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/referee-choice-a-good-omen-for-tigres-in-liga-mx-final-f202512-n/ Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:56:36 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/referee-choice-a-good-omen-for-tigres-in-liga-mx-final-f202512-n/ Mauricio Torres,AS USA Experienced referee César Ramos has been appointed to the second leg of the Apertura 2025 championship series. Experienced referee César Ramos has been appointed to the second leg of the Apertura 2025 championship series. Fútbol Tigres FC Árbitros Arbitraje deportivo Liga BBVA Bancomer Liga México Apertura Deportivo Toluca Isaac Ortiz (Isaac Ortiz) Referee choice a good omen for Tigres in Liga MX final Experienced referee César Ramos has been appointed to the second leg of the Apertura 2025 championship series. Experienced referee César Ramos has been appointed to the second leg of the Apertura 2025 championship series. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/MHISRXEQKBBVJCYXJTNGK22E7U.jpg?auth=bea5cfa4179356da734b519ce5ad6c0c847cf202b945bb2a2c4e85038f3b4eb2" width="4000" height="2668" alt="Experienced referee César Ramos has been appointed to the second leg of the Apertura 2025 championship series."></img><p>Two years later, <b>Tigres are back in a </b><a href="https://en.as.com/news/liga-mexicana/" target="_blank" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/news/liga-mexicana/"><b>Liga MX</b></a><b> final</b>, chasing the ninth championship in their history. Victory over Toluca would see Los Felinos draw level on Mexican titles with Cruz Azul, the league’s fourth-most-decorated club.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/referee-choice-a-good-omen-for-tigres-in-liga-mx-final-f202512-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-clement-turpin-the-referee-for-real-madrid-vs-manchester-city-in-the-champions-league-f202512-n/ Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:11:31 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-clement-turpin-the-referee-for-real-madrid-vs-manchester-city-in-the-champions-league-f202512-n/ Joe Brennan Here’s everything you need to know about the official for the game in Madrid. Here’s everything you need to know about the official for the game in Madrid. Arbitraje Arbitraje deportivo Real Madrid Manchester City Champions League JESUS ALVAREZ ORIHUELA (DIARIO AS ) Who is Clement Turpin, the referee for Real Madrid vs Manchester City in the Champions League? Here’s everything you need to know about the official for the game in Madrid. Here’s everything you need to know about the official for the game in Madrid. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/SUDKUVEMERN6GB3QRAUJ2JTVWM.JPG?auth=20d37a5b909828e76e60ab3a4cb8c098abee6301af01dba795da6f2df915b4d9" width="4339" height="3089" alt="Here’s everything you need to know about the official for the game in Madrid."></img><p>Experienced French referee, <b>Clement Turpin, is the official selected for the clash of giants between Real Madrid and Manchester City</b> in the UEFA Champions League.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/who-is-clement-turpin-the-referee-for-real-madrid-vs-manchester-city-in-the-champions-league-f202512-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><h3>Referees RMA vs MCI:</h3><table><tbody><tr><td data-row="2">Referee</td><td data-row="2">Clément Turpin (FRA)</td></tr><tr><td data-row="3">Assistant referees</td><td data-row="3">Nicolas Danos (FRA), Benjamin Pages (FRA)</td></tr><tr><td data-row="4">Fourth official</td><td data-row="4">Stéphanie Frappart (FRA)</td></tr><tr><td data-row="5">VAR (Video Assistant Referee)</td><td data-row="5">Jérôme Brisard (FRA)</td></tr><tr><td data-row="6">Assistant VAR</td><td data-row="6">Sören Storks (GER)</td></tr></tbody></table><p><br></p> https://en.as.com/nfl/how-much-money-do-nfl-referees-and-cheerleaders-make-f202512-n/ Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:34:54 GMT https://en.as.com/nfl/how-much-money-do-nfl-referees-and-cheerleaders-make-f202512-n/ William Gittins Top players take home vast annual salaries but not everyone involved in America’s most-watched sport are quite so lucky. Top players take home vast annual salaries but not everyone involved in America’s most-watched sport are quite so lucky. NFL Fútbol americano Deportes Arbitraje deportivo Árbitros NFL árbitros How much money do NFL referees and cheerleaders make? Top players take home vast annual salaries but not everyone involved in America’s most-watched sport are quite so lucky. Top players take home vast annual salaries but not everyone involved in America’s most-watched sport are quite so lucky. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/G5V6GOGZCBEDNNJGHYOWZZGRWE.jpg?auth=5504a3e496720b8076b8033e5a3e1ea8257c9a5532b7ba8d50dd7c0b341e2a83" width="1280" height="720" alt="Top players take home vast annual salaries but not everyone involved in America’s most-watched sport are quite so lucky."></img><p>The <b>2025 NFL season</b> is now well underway, with the year’s big stories and narratives starting to take shape. But while fans tune in from around the world to watch the star players, few consider the experiences of the less-known figures that contribute to the spectacle. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/nfl/how-much-money-do-nfl-referees-and-cheerleaders-make-f202512-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/big-var-changes-could-be-coming-for-2026-world-cup-f202512-n/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:23:21 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/big-var-changes-could-be-coming-for-2026-world-cup-f202512-n/ Iván Cordovilla,William Gittins IFAB is considering changes that would broaden the use of video replays, adding even more stoppages to the game. IFAB is considering changes that would broaden the use of video replays, adding even more stoppages to the game. Fútbol IFAB Mundial 2026 Arbitraje deportivo DANIEL COLE (REUTERS) Big VAR changes could be coming for 2026 World Cup IFAB is considering changes that would broaden the use of video replays, adding even more stoppages to the game. IFAB is considering changes that would broaden the use of video replays, adding even more stoppages to the game. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/IJIOCL3C7S346VITI2IMB3NN64.jpg?auth=e460b7e114bb8d2e7ea400842c48c447cbbb2eda7fc6544bd73897fed04e6e75" width="2493" height="1640" alt="IFAB is considering changes that would broaden the use of video replays, adding even more stoppages to the game."></img><p>The controversial video assistant referee (VAR) system used in elite soccer could be expanded for the 2026 World Cup, reports in the UK suggest. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/big-var-changes-could-be-coming-for-2026-world-cup-f202512-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/referee-sends-off-referee-f202511-n/ Sat, 29 Nov 2025 07:23:26 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/referee-sends-off-referee-f202511-n/ Javier Martín,AS USA Friday’s Spanish LaLiga clash between Getafe and Elche saw the referee issue a red card to a noteworthy recipient. Friday’s Spanish LaLiga clash between Getafe and Elche saw the referee issue a red card to a noteworthy recipient. Fútbol Árbitros Arbitraje Arbitraje deportivo Getafe CF Elche CF LaLiga EA Sports AI-generated Referee sends off referee Friday’s Spanish LaLiga clash between Getafe and Elche saw the referee issue a red card to a noteworthy recipient. Friday’s Spanish LaLiga clash between Getafe and Elche saw the referee issue a red card to a noteworthy recipient. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/ZLBEF6FJTFCBPDMAVXB4DVUSRQ.png?auth=ed56ca4cb2eee5a2505f8a66b571fa529b0b785c74f67b9d7d0d63f32a9b3401" width="1536" height="1024" alt="Friday’s Spanish LaLiga clash between Getafe and Elche saw the referee issue a red card to a noteworthy recipient. "></img><p>Getafe’s <a href="https://en.as.com/news/liga-espanola-de-futbol/" target="_blank" rel="" title="https://en.as.com/news/liga-espanola-de-futbol/">LaLiga</a> victory over Elche produced <b>one of the quirkiest stories</b> of the matchday - and arguably the season. </p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/referee-sends-off-referee-f202511-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p> https://en.as.com/nba/the-new-wearable-technology-set-to-help-nba-referees-this-season-f202511-n/ Sat, 01 Nov 2025 11:06:59 GMT https://en.as.com/nba/the-new-wearable-technology-set-to-help-nba-referees-this-season-f202511-n/ Joe Brennan NBA referees will start to wear the new technology as of this weekend. NBA referees will start to wear the new technology as of this weekend. Arbitraje deportivo NBA JUSTIN CASTERLINE (Getty Images via AFP) The new wearable technology set to help NBA referees this season NBA referees will start to wear the new technology as of this weekend. NBA referees will start to wear the new technology as of this weekend. <p>Starting this weekend, <b>NBA referees will step onto the court with some new drip: headsets </b>designed to improve how they communicate during games. It’s part of a league-wide experiment that are looking to reshape how decisions are made in real time.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/nba/the-new-wearable-technology-set-to-help-nba-referees-this-season-f202511-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p><h3>Official NBA release:</h3><p><em style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(103, 103, 103);">The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today that NBA referees will use headsets to communicate in real time with the NBA Replay Center and one another, beginning with games on Nov. 1. The rollout is the first in a planned two-phased approach to utilize the new communication system, which is designed to improve game flow and enhance officiating accuracy.</em></p><p><em style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(103, 103, 103);">In the first phase, each referee will have an earpiece clipped on their uniform. The referees will unclip the earpiece and place it in their ears only during instant replay review and as needed during other stoppages, but not during live play.</em></p><p><em style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(103, 103, 103);">Pending evaluation of the first phase, the second phase of use will begin with earpieces being worn throughout the game, including during live play, beginning in January. During the second phase, referees will be able to communicate directly with the Replay Center and each other during at all times during the game. The second phase will run through at least the NBA All-Star break in February.</em></p><p><em style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(103, 103, 103);">Prior to being implemented, the technology was tested extensively during NBA preseason games (2024 and 2025), NBA Summer League (2023-25) and the NBA G League Winter Showcase (2022-24).</em></p><p><em style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(103, 103, 103);">The NBA will work closely with the National Basketball Referees Association throughout this process.</em></p> https://en.as.com/soccer/its-grotesque-the-key-moment-that-rival-points-to-as-real-madrid-bias-n/ Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:05:50 GMT https://en.as.com/soccer/its-grotesque-the-key-moment-that-rival-points-to-as-real-madrid-bias-n/ Amalia Fra,Calum Roche Jean-Pierre Papin and Emmanuel Petit were very blunt about the refereeing, saying that it always falls on Madrid’s side. Jean-Pierre Papin and Emmanuel Petit were very blunt about the refereeing, saying that it always falls on Madrid’s side. Real Madrid Arbitraje deportivo Champions League Olympique Marsella OSCAR DEL POZO (AFP) “It’s grotesque”: the key moment that rival points to as Real Madrid bias Jean-Pierre Papin and Emmanuel Petit were very blunt about the refereeing, saying that it always falls on Madrid’s side. Jean-Pierre Papin and Emmanuel Petit were very blunt about the refereeing, saying that it always falls on Madrid’s side. <img src="https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/E2WLBGCNIRBYLID46JIWUXKNAY.jpg?auth=f254c48f3ab0b14f3b8727e5719dd53dedf39a671a514e69bc43624def38f1d6" width="1907" height="1430" alt="Jean-Pierre Papin and Emmanuel Petit were very blunt about the refereeing, saying that it always falls on Madrid’s side."></img><p><b>France is still debating the refereeing seen on Tuesday in the Champions League match</b> between <a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/real-madrid-vs-marseille-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-champions-league-202526-n/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" title="https://en.as.com/soccer/real-madrid-vs-marseille-live-online-score-stats-goals-updates-champions-league-202526-n/">Real Madrid and Olympique Marseille</a>. Even after letting 24 hours pass, the criticism hasn’t subsided. On RMC’s program <i>Rothen s’enflamme</i>, Jérôme Rothen, Emmanuel Petit and Jean-Pierre Papin denounced what they see as favoritism toward the Spanish club in European competition.</p><p><a href="https://en.as.com/soccer/its-grotesque-the-key-moment-that-rival-points-to-as-real-madrid-bias-n/" target="_blank">Seguir leyendo</a></p>