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Some Updates On The Football Review

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Replying To WanPintWin:  "Steps were prevalent before the new rules. Whatever rules are in has nothing to do with refs not being able to count and applying the rule correctly. I agree that it's an issue, and refs really need to start applying it properly. I heard someone mention after the Cork-Kerry game that Sean O'Shea was fouled anyway. He was pulled back slightly, but only after he had already overcarried. It's almost impossible to tackle someone fairly if they're carrying the ball without playing it for 6+ plus steps.
I'd disagree with you on the lack of tackling because of the new rules. What I've seen is defenders having to improve their 1-on-1 tackling, rather than relying on the comfort of the swarm defence which had become so prevalent.
It's natural that some defenders will be struggling with this, having not had to prioritise it as much for years."
Agree 100% that steps were prevalent before the rule changes.

In fact I argued long and hard that steps were the underlying cause of massed defences, leading in turn to a need to alter the rule changes! It still hasn't been addressed however.

As for the current situation, some refs are being swept along by the need to be positive and let the game flow. Do whatever you like in the interest of the spectacle, including 9 steps if you need them.

I would argue that steps, 2 hops, throwing etc should be a simple turnover of possession or an indirect free, because refs just won't give the call if it will give a score too easy.

Finally, can we all just acknowledge that 'he was being fouled' is no reason or excuse to be allowed take extra steps. You hear it all.the time from the stand and in the studio but it's irrelevant. If a player is fouled and then fouls the ball in advantage, back for the original free lads.

Eddie the Exile (Monaghan) - Posts: 1184 - 25/04/2025 17:38:34    2604273

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Replying To GreenandRed:  "Only in one case for me, Mick. If a player kicking for a 2 pointer outside the arc is fouled when kicking for the posts it should be a two point free. Otherwise the man fouling gets rewarded for the foul if the resultant free kick outside the arc is only worth one point."
Just get rid of the 2 pointers altogether… it ridiculous and adds nothing to games other than huge points totals and teams showing no interest in trying to get goals….

ForeverBlue2 (Cavan) - Posts: 3730 - 25/04/2025 18:03:17    2604278

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