Free Kick differential over the last 15 years

[ghostbat12]

absolute joke ! something needs to be done , the bais against non west Australian clubs no matter who they are or the state of the game is shocking

Are you outraged that Sydney always are negative?

Why is that? Do umpires have bias against Sydney?

 

[Kram]

https://thewest.com.au/sport/afl/un...turn-to-perth-for-western-derby-ng-b88913681z

An unofficial ban on WA field umpires overseeing West Coast matches is set to be lifted with the appointment of at least one local in Sunday’s western derby.

However, it remains to be seen if the Eagles will operate under the jurisdiction of WA umpires in matches against interstate opposition again this season following consternation over their free-kick dominance.

The standard of umpiring in Perth, particularly at West Coast home matches, has come under intense scrutiny this year amid criticism surrounding the alleged influence the partisan home crowd has on decision making and free-kick counts.

I would absolutely prefer no WA umpires for this game thanks AFL.

 

[im_a_lazy_sod]

https://thewest.com.au/sport/afl/un...turn-to-perth-for-western-derby-ng-b88913681z


I would absolutely prefer no WA umpires for this game thanks AFL.

This

It boggles the mind that any umpires are able to officiate a game when a team from their home state is involved

If you look at international association football (CL/Europa league) - you would never see an Italian referee involved in a tie with an Italian team - or English ref in English game etc. Rugby Union is the same.

 

[mightymouse75]

The league is finally recognising the problem. It's only taken 15 years