The head of FIFA referees, Pierluigi Collina, has lauded the new regulations implemented at the World Cup, aimed at maximizing actual playing time. However, there remains an ongoing expectation for a statement regarding the scandalous rejection of the top African referee. This referee, with immense dignity, refused the $100,000 compensation offered by FIFA.
English Translation:
Collina: New Rules Good, But What About Omar Artan?
The head of FIFA referees, Pierluigi Collina, has praised the new rules introduced at the World Cup to increase playing time. We are still awaiting a comment on the scandalous rejection of the best African referee, who, with great dignity, refused the 100,000 dollars offered by FIFA as compensation.
