Francesco Farioli on refereeing row: “It’s not easy for refs” | OneFootball

Given the recent controversies surrounding refereeing in Portuguese football, as well as the tense atmosphere involving Pedro Proença and the bodies that govern national football, FC Porto coach Francesco Farioli was asked about the matter by RTP Notícias. The Italian manager preferred not to fuel the controversy and stressed that he is fully focused on preparing for the Cândido de Oliveira Super Cup final.

These were the statements made by Francesco Farioli:

“A lot was already said about refereeing last season, and a lot is happening now. I have to prepare for a final, so my attention is completely on that. I’ve just come out of a meeting where they explained the changes to the Laws of the Game.

Sometimes, the rules themselves do not make life easier for referees; there are adjustments that are quite complicated. Refereeing is not an easy job. I wish them good luck for the season and hope things go better.”

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