Friend will not take charge of any Premier League games this weekend Kevin Friend will not officiate any Premier League games this weekend following the controversy surrounding his decision to award Liverpool a penalty in their win against Crystal Palace. Friend had originally given a free-kick after Diogo Jota collided with Palace goalkeeper Vicente Guaita, […]

4 years ago

Liverpool were awarded a controversial penalty at the weekend Neil Warnock has criticised referees Kevin Friend and Craig Pawson for awarding Liverpool a controversial penalty against Crystal Palace at the weekend. The Reds secured a 3-1 victory at Selhurst Park, with goals coming from Virgil van Dijk, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Fabinho. However, Liverpool’s third goal – a spot-kick […]

4 years ago

The FA have asked Jurgen Klopp for a written explanation of his post-match comments regarding referee Kevin Friend after Liverpool’s draw with West Ham

7 years ago

Well, this is a new one. Kevin Friend will no longer be in charge of Tottenham’s Monday night clash against Stoke, after outraged Spurs fans pointed out that the official lives in Leicester and admits to being a supporter of the Premier League leaders. The Professional Game Match Officials Ltd don’t pick Friend to referee […]

10 years ago

The first half ended in concern and confusion. With seconds remaining in the televised game between Bournemouth and Southampton, the game suddenly stopped as referee Mike Dean was alerted to a commotion at the touchline. With confusion reigning as to why the play had not been resumed, Dean was seen speaking to both the management […]

10 years ago