×
The Standard e-Paper
Truth Without Fear
The Standard Group Plc is a
multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper
print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key
influence in matters of national and international interest.
 |
| Uzbek referee Ravshan Irmatov shows the yellow card to Netherlands' forward Klaas-Jan Huntelaar during their quarter-final match against Costa Rica on July 5, 2014. [PHOTO:AFP] |
Fifa has refuted a German newspaper’s allegation that World Cup referees have been instructed to hold off from showing yellow cards to players.
Tabloid newspaper Bild reported on Monday that there was a “secret arrangement” to limit the number of cards and referees who did not adhere to the accord would not be selected for further games at the tournament.
Subscribe to our newsletter and stay updated on the latest developments and special offers!
join