Referee
OfficialsThe official responsible for enforcing the laws of the game.
Related Terms in Officials
VAR (Video Assistant Referee)
A match official who reviews decisions made by the head referee with the use of video footage and headset communication.
Play on
A phrase used by referees to indicate that no foul has occurred or advantage is being played.
Assistant Referee (AR)
Officials positioned on the touchlines who assist the main referee, primarily by signaling offside and out-of-bounds balls. Formerly called linesmen.
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