Matt Piper has savaged Craig Pawson after footage emerged from the Leeds United v Leicester City clash in the Championship which Leeds won 3-1.
In the 19th minute, the Foxes midfielder tackled Georginio Rutter and cleanly won the ball from him.
However, the English referee Pawson deemed this as a foul and decided to caution the Portuguese for it.
Via Twitter, Piper a BBC pundit, said: “Craig Pawson is (a) pony.”
Pawson steals the show in the Leeds United v Leicester City clash
Top-of-the-table clashes in football are typically anticipated for their high stakes and quality play.
However, Pawson’s performance in the Leeds v Leicester match marred what could have been a thrilling encounter.
His controversial decision to penalise a clean tackle by a Leicester player and issue a yellow card overshadowed the game’s intensity.
Both sets of fans expressed dissatisfaction with Pawson’s officiating, which highlighted the importance of consistent and fair refereeing in such crucial fixtures.
Pawson’s questionable calls not only impacted this Championship game for the first half but also raised concerns about his performance in the Premier League, where he has made similar errors in the past.
The incident underscores the pressing need for improved refereeing standards across all levels of football.
