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We've got short memories. This exact thing happened against us when Chelsea did it to Marshall in the Prem. It was against the rules then, and it's against the rules now.
Other than that though, the ref was very poor in the second half. Was a clear pull on Morrison in the box at the death.
http://www.thefa.com/football-rules-...and-misconduct
"An indirect free kick is awarded if a player:
prevents the goalkeeper from releasing the ball from the hands or kicks or attempts to kick the ball when the goalkeeper is in the process of releasing it"
Definite foul play. Tomlin could also have been penalised for obstruction before the keeper punted it forward.
Once keeper releases the ball in the air to punt forward no challenge can be made.
Surprised by lack of knowledge of the rules of the game from a professional footballer.
Law 12 FIFA
Offences committed against goalkeepers
• It is an offence for a player to prevent a goalkeeper from releasing the ball
from his hands
• A player must be penalised for playing in a dangerous manner if he kicks or
attempts to kick the ball when the goalkeeper is in the process of releasing
it
• It is an offence to restrict the movement of the goalkeeper by unfairly
impeding him, e.g. at the taking of a corner kick
I was listening to it whilst at the match. No it wasnt a great game but the commentator seemed to forget all the chances and saves in the first half and just constantly slagged it off.
My favourite contribution from him was when he claimed that not many Cardiff fans will know that Neil Harris once played for the Bluebirds on loan 13 years ago. At half time I realised that he didn't know that cos he'd read it in the programme!
Can anyone confirm if Bamba was in midfield again ? Driving me potty this tactic by Warnock.