>>>>A dubious penalty in the last few seconds of stoppage time? Give me a break!
>>>>Should have gone to extension.
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>>>I agree but for the reason of the call just follow the money. Which teams will generate the most viewers worldwide, Australia or Italy? When there is a tough call to make the ref will go with the team that will generate the most money going forward. It's always about the money.
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>>Do you think the referee made all the "money" calculations in a split second of deciding on penalty kick? Seems like one of those conspiracy theories <g>
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>No, refereee receive orders from FIFA. FIFA make marketing and take money from commercials.
>If they do their job correct next time they will be not invited. Simple sellection. Now they gain free 20 days holiday, visiting top teams matchs and good payment
As I said to Jos, I disagree with these accusations. Since you don't have a proof of what you are saying, it smacks of slander.
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