July 5, 2024

Former Premier League referee Chris Foy examines decisions from the latest Sky Bet Championship, League One and League Two action; Bristol City 1-0 Leicester City, Norwich City 2-1 Plymouth Argyle, Exeter City 1-1 Charlton Athletic and Wrexham 2-0 Mansfield Town all analysed

In Behind the Whistle, former Premier League referee Chris Foy goes through a selection of key match decisions from the latest Sky Bet Championship, League One and League Two action.

Behind the Whistle aims to give supporters of EFL clubs an insight into the decision-making considerations and also clarification of certain calls to provide an understanding of how the laws of the game are interpreted.

As part of a regular feature on Sky Sports following the conclusion of a matchday, Foy will be here to run you through some refereeing matters in the EFL…   

“As the ball is swung towards the back post, the Leicester No 17 (Hamza Choudhury) is not looking at the ball and his intentions are to block the attacking run. He makes a clear block and hold of Bristol City No 16 (Rob Dickie) as he attempts to get on the end of the cross.

“When reviewing the footage, it is clear that the contact is deliberate and is not a natural coming together.

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