Darren England applauded as PGMOL expert reacts to ‘harsh’ Kevin Schade sanction vs Man City
Darren England was spot on to caution Brentford’s Kevin Schade for his actions during the 1-0 defeat to Man City. That is according to former…
Keith Hackett Archives: 10/2025
‘No way’ – Ex-PGMOL boss baffled by Adam Wharton controversy in Everton vs Crystal Palace
Michael Salisbury wrongly punished Adam Wharton during Crystal Palace’s shock defeat to Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. That is according to former PGMOL chief…
‘Red-card offence’ – Ex-PGMOL hits out at Michael Oliver over unseen Emi Buendia controversy vs Burnley
Andrew Kitchen and Michael Oliver failed to issue a clear red card after a clash between Emi Buendia and Zian Flemming. That is according to…
‘I can’t understand’ – Ex-refs chief fumes at Peter Bankes as Dan Burn footage re-analysed vs Nottingham Forest
Peter Bankes has no excuses for not awarding Newcastle United an obvious penalty against Nottingham Forest. That is according to former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA…
Ex-refs chief: Officials are ‘against’ Alejandro Garnacho as Chelsea incident re-analysed
Alejandro Garnacho is turning Premier League referees against his antics during Chelsea’s dramatic win over Liverpool. That is according to former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA…
Ex-refs chief slams officials for baffling decision that cost Nottingham Forest vs Newcastle
Newcastle United entered the international break in positive fashion, beating Nottingham Forest 2-0 at St. James’ Park. Ange Postecoglou is facing the sack at Nottingham…
Three Wolves matches Vitor Pereira could miss as ex-PGMOL chief reveals potential extent of ban
Wolves’ head coach Vitor Pereira was sent off in bizarre circumstances as his side drew late on against Brighton. It was the host’s second point…
‘Huge’ – Ex-FIFA ref hits out at officials over Enzo Maresca red card vs Liverpool
Enzo Maresca’s red card against Liverpool for celebrating Estevao’s last-minute goal was “avoidable”. That is according to former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA referee, Keith Hackett,…
Ex-refs chief hails ‘brilliant’ official after re-analysing Liverpool-Chelsea controversy
Anthony Taylor positioned himself brilliantly to make a snap decision when Alejandro Garnacho went to ground in Chelsea’s match against Liverpool. That is according to…
‘Currently in police cells’ – Sheffield Wednesday fans facing the legal consequences after pitch invasion
Sheffield Wednesday supporters are set to face legal action after entering the pitch in their side’s 5-0 defeat to Coventry City in the Championship. Thanks…
Ex-PGMOL chief disagrees with ‘blatant’ error in Bournemouth’s win over Fulham
Bournemouth ran out 3-1 winners at home against Fulham and propelled themselves to second in the Premier League table. Bournemouth beat Fulham 3-1, thanks to…
‘There is an issue’ – Ex-refs chief sides with Arne Slot over Liverpool frustration
Arne Slot will just be the latest Premier League manager to hit back at referees over inconsistent timekeeping. That is according to former PGMOL chief…
‘Look closely at the video’ – Ex-FIFA ref fumes after re-analysing controversial Celtic footage
Kelechi Iheanacho’s goal for Celtic against Braga should not have been ruled out after he was adjudged to have used his arm in the build-up…
Keith Hackett: Morgan Gibbs-White ‘right to be disappointed’ as Nottingham Forest footage re-analysed
Nottingham Forest were unfortunate not to be awarded a second penalty against Midtjylland in their Europa League defeat. That is according to former PGMOL chief…
‘That is wrong!’ – Keith Hackett ‘bemused’ by Howard Webb’s latest Viktor Gyokeres explanation
Howard Webb has said that VAR were right to overturn referee Jarred Gillet’s decision to award Arsenal a penalty against Newcastle United on Sunday. The…
Ex-refs chief reveals the punishment Chris Wilder could face for ‘unfortunate’ incident in Sheffield United clash
Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder is set to face the repercussions of the red card he received as the Blades lost 2-1 to Southampton on…
Marc Cucurella lucky to escape punishment in unseen moment during Chelsea vs Benfica
Marc Cucurella avoided a deserved booking as Chelsea defeated Benfica 1-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday. Chelsea earned a vital win over Benfica, but…