PGMOL expert blasts ‘worst decision of the season’ as Everton vs Sunderland footage re-analysed
John Brooks got one decision horribly wrong as Everton were knocked out of the FA Cup on penalties by Sunderland on Saturday. That is according…
Keith Hackett Archives: 01/2026
Ex-refs chief: Craig Pawson exposed as Xavi Simons avoids sanction vs Aston Villa
Tottenham’s FA Cup defeat to Aston Villa exposed Craig Pawson after the referee failed to punish Xavi Simons on Saturday. That is according to former…
‘This is really who’s to blame for stupid Gabriel Martinelli-Conor Bradley incident’ in Arsenal vs Liverpool
Gabriel Martinelli should not be wholly blamed for the incident involving Liverpool’s Conor Bradley against Arsenal. That is according to former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA…
Ex-refs chief shares instant reaction to Shea Lacey’s red card vs Brighton after analysing footage
Shea Lacey was shown a second yellow card in the final moments of Manchester United’s FA Cup loss to Brighton on Sunday. Manchester United lost…
‘Xavi Simons would be on my radar’ as Tottenham star earns reputation with referees vs Aston Villa
Xavi Simons is becoming a tricky customer for referees in the English game after what was spotted in Aston Villa’s win over Tottenham. That is…
‘This is what I hope the FA do after pitch invasion as Macclesfield shock Crystal Palace’
The FA must turn a blind eye to the pitch invasion at the Leasing.com Stadium after Macclesfield stunned Crystal Palace in the FA Cup. That…
Keith Hackett: New camera angle of Arsenal vs Liverpool incident confirms penalty should’ve been awarded
Liverpool and Arne Slot can feel aggrieved after Anthony Taylor decided against awarding a spot-kick versus Arsenal on Thursday. That is according to former PGMOL…
Ex-refs chief: I want FA to ban Gabriel Martinelli after ‘disgraceful’ incident vs Liverpool
Anthony Taylor should have sent Gabriel Martinelli off during a moment of madness between Arsenal and Liverpool on Thursday. That is according to former PGMOL…
Ex-PGMOL chief makes his feelings clear over Jeremie Frimpong penalty call vs Arsenal
Referee Anthony Taylor was in a good position to judge the challenge on Liverpool’s Jeremie Frimpong inside Arsenal’s penalty area. That is according to former…
Ex-PGMOL boss: Kyle Walker should be ‘charged and suspended’ after Man United incident: ‘What was VAR doing?’
Stuart Attwell should have easily given Kyle Walker his marching orders during Burnley’s draw with Man United on Wednesday. That is according to former PGMOL…
Keith Hackett worries for football after incorrect penalty decision in Chelsea defeat vs Fulham
Peter Bankes and the video assistant referee failed to award Fulham a penalty in their 2-1 win over Chelsea at Craven Cottage on Wednesday. Like…
Ex-PGMOL chief makes feelings clear over West Ham disallowed goal vs Nottingham Forest
Nottingham Forest were saved by an incorrect decision as Crysencio Summerville’s goal was ruled out for West Ham on Tuesday. That is according to former…
Keith Hackett reacts to Bobby Thomas incident in Coventry loss vs Birmingham: ‘He deserved it’
Keith Hackett believes that Coventry City defender Bobby Thomas was rightly sent off for striking Birmingham’s Phil Neumann in their 3-2 loss on Sunday. The…
Keith Hackett: FA investigation should be launched after Man City vs Chelsea incident
Man City’s clash with Chelsea should be one that the FA “re-referee” after a major talking point emerged at the Etihad Stadium. That is according…
Ex-refs chief sends Chris Kavanagh stark warning over Bournemouth vs Arsenal scenes: ‘He’ll end up not getting another game’
Chris Kavanagh could see himself struggling for games in Europe after his performance in Bournemouth versus Arsenal on Saturday. That is according to former PGMOL…
PGMOL expert is stunned after analysing the latest ‘video clip of’ Fulham-Liverpool offside controversy
Semi-automated offside technology fails to deliver the accuracy needed for the Premier League after Fulham’s draw with Liverpool. That is according to former PGMOL chief…
EFL to fully investigate ‘appalling’ Hull vs Watford development: ‘I find it amazing’
The EFL are set to launch a full investigation into the postponement of Hull City’s clash against Watford on Sunday afternoon. That is according to…
‘It’s a disease’ – Ex-PGMOL boss wants retrospective punishment for ‘pantomime’ Bournemouth vs Arsenal incident
Bournemouth’s clash with Arsenal must be investigated by the FA following a clear act of simulation at the Vitality Stadium. That is according to former…
‘Stupid and dangerous’ – Ex-refs chief furious as Chelsea star ‘damages image of the game’ vs Man City
Chelsea were fortunate not to be reduced to 10 men during their last-gasp draw against Man City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. That is…
Exclusive: Sheffield United have key consideration as quick reschedule possible for Oxford United clash
Sheffield United’s postponed clash against Oxford United could potentially be rescheduled for an upcoming midweek date. That is according to ex-PGMOL chief and former FIFA…