Prisoners are being trained up as football referees with eleven cons passing the FA’s Level 7 course in the past year, which allows them to take charge in junior amateur leagues, with Level 1 officials in control of Premier League games. A report by inspectors from the Independent Monitoring Board revealed details of the course in a new report. The scheme, which normally costs £135, states that it equips participants with the "skills and knowledge" to referee. The lags must complete five modules, including watching videos of matches, and learn the rules of the beautiful game. The criminals, at HMP Highpoint, a 1,300-capacity jail in Suffolk, also discovered how to “built a rapport” with players and coaches. READ MORE: Premier League to non-league - 11 football stars who dropped down the divisions The IMB report stated that five courses were funded via the dynamic purchasing system, an “online procurement system”, allowing governors to commission small educational … [Read more...] about Prisoners being trained up as football referees to help stop cons re-offending
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I quit football for 14 years after homophobia stopped me playing
As I made a diving save across the goalpost, my team erupted in cheers. ‘Nice one, Superman,’ a fellow player congratulated. It felt euphoric to be back doing the thing that I loved as a child, and to be in such a supportive environment – 11 years after giving it up. Playing after such a long break from the pitch was terrifying, but exhilarating. I’d abandoned my favourite sport due to persistent homophobia – but after finding an LGBTQ+ inclusive team, I’ve fallen in love with football all over again. Football was a hugely important part of my life from a young age. I used to have kick-arounds with friends between the ages of seven and 11 after school (even though I was the only girl that played) and go to matches with my dad. A Bovril and pie was our halftime ritual. My parents were incredibly supportive of my love of football. They encouraged me to join my first all-female team when I was 11. I played in goal and they came to every match, cheering me on from … [Read more...] about I quit football for 14 years after homophobia stopped me playing
Towie’s Yazmin Oukhellou seriously injured in horror crash that killed pal Jake McLean after ‘car leaves road’ in Turkey
JAKE McLean has died in a horror car crash in Turkey that left Towie star Yazmin Oukhellou seriously injured in hospital. The 33-year-old , who dated Lauren Goodger, is understood to have been driving in Bodrum when he lost control of the car. Emergency crews were scrambled to the scene but sadly Jake couldn't be saved. Yazmin is now being treated for her injuries in hospital in Turkey, it is understood. A source told The Sun Online: "Apparently Jake was driving when he lost control of the car and it went off a cliff." Yazmin, 28, left Essex for Dubai to live with Jake around a year after they got together. Read more on Yazmin LUNCH DATE Towie's Yazmin Oukhellou & James Lock confirm they're back together YAZ ATTACK Yazmin Oukhellou in shock attack as she's 'punched in face' on Dubai night She moved on with him around a month after her split from fellow Towie star James Lock. The couple … [Read more...] about Towie’s Yazmin Oukhellou seriously injured in horror crash that killed pal Jake McLean after ‘car leaves road’ in Turkey
Alfredo Morelos to Aston Villa transfer re-emerges as ex-Rangers boss Steven Gerrard wants to ‘cross Sevilla’s path’
STEVEN GERRARD is prepared to do battle with Sevilla for Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos. La Liga giants Sevilla are the favourites to sign the Colombian but reports of a formal bid being submitted are believed to be incorrect. It's being reported that ex-Gers boss Gerrard wants to add Morelos to his Aston Villa side ahead of his first full season in charge at Villa Park Estadio Deportivo are claiming the Villa gaffer has "put himself in Sevilla's path" over a deal. The 26-year-old is in the final year of his contract at Ibrox and is one of eight Rangers players who could leave on a free and sign a pre-contract elsewhere in January . Before going down with a season-ending injury, Morelos had scored 18 goals in 41 matches for the Light Blues in 2021/22. He played a key role in Rangers' Europa League run before being sidelined and Giovanni van Bronckhorst looked to have him back to his best. Elsewhere, forgotten Rangers star Jake Hastie has signed for Hartlepool … [Read more...] about Alfredo Morelos to Aston Villa transfer re-emerges as ex-Rangers boss Steven Gerrard wants to ‘cross Sevilla’s path’
Gary Cahill hilariously flops over finish line in school sports day sack race
Gary Cahill proved his competitive nature is still alive and well despite nearing the end of his career with a committed dive in a school sports day sack race. The former Chelsea and England defender, 36, went sack-to-sack with other parents at his child's sports day. Naturally, the pressure was on for him to outperform the rest of the field who haven't got a Champions League , two Premier Leagues , two Europa Leagues, two FA Cups and a League Cup on their resume. But he found himself neck-and-neck with another dad. As losing was out of the question, Cahill chucked himself at the finish line, leaping like a salmon to secure first place. READ MORE: Five footballers who broke promises after Romelu Lukaku returned to Chelsea 'for life' The hilarious moment was captured on video and uploaded to social media by the man himself, who wrote: "I just wanted it more!" It had his old colleagues in stitches. Paulo Ferreira, who spent nine years with Chelsea between 2004 and … [Read more...] about Gary Cahill hilariously flops over finish line in school sports day sack race
Fans fear ‘game is ruined’ as FIFA bring in offside technology for Qatar World Cup
Semi-automated offside technology will be used at the World Cup for the first time later this year - but football fans are not happy. Angry supporters are fed-up with constant meddling by the game's rule makers following the implementation of VAR and Arsene Wenger's proposed changes to the international match calendar. For many, the introduction of semi-automated offside technology represents the final straw. The new technology, which has already been tested at the 2021 FIFA Arab Cup and last year's FIFA Club World Cup , will see video match officials receive offside alerts, with decisions validated by humans before the match referee is informed. READ MORE: Chelsea hero Hernan Crespo 'had orgies with many women' and said 'always more girls' "At the FIFA World Cup in 2018, FIFA took the brave step to use VAR technology on the world’s biggest stage, and it has proven to be an indisputable success," FIFA president Gianni Infantino said. "Semi-automated offside … [Read more...] about Fans fear ‘game is ruined’ as FIFA bring in offside technology for Qatar World Cup
Chelsea hero Hernan Crespo ‘had orgies with many women’ and said ‘always more girls’
At the height of his powers, Hernan Crespo was one of the most clinical strikers in all of Europe - but the former Chelsea man wasn't just content with scoring on the pitch. During his illustrious career, the Argentine superstar - who turns 47 on Monday - turned out for the likes of the Blues, Inter Milan and Lazio , notching over 270 goals in 608 career games. After a number of lucrative moves, Crespo had racked up a wedge of money in the early years of his career, and he revealed that his wealth and success on the pitch made him a huge hit with the ladies. Crespo was single until he met his wife, Alessia Rossi Andra, at the age of 27. And after stepping forward to admit that he'd taken part in an orgy on an Argentinian television show, the former Serie A star lifted the lid on his wild sex-life. READ MORE: Sexiest transfer target WAGs including Arsenal hopeful's wife who loves nipple covers Crespo said: “When I was young I had orgies with many women. I was … [Read more...] about Chelsea hero Hernan Crespo ‘had orgies with many women’ and said ‘always more girls’
Divock Origi keeps funding Liverpool Uni students even after joining AC Milan
Liverpool cult hero Divock Origi has agreed to continue funding a scholarship for those in Merseyside despite leaving the club to join AC Milan this summer. The Belgium international’s contract expired at Anfield this summer after he was deemed surplus to requirements at the club. He made just seven Premier League appearances for the Reds last season, all coming off of the bench – impressively, scoring three goals in 133 minutes of football overall. Origi had the knack of scoring crucial goals for Liverpool, with his most notable being his brace against Barcelona in 2019 in the Champions League . And it was his goals, attitude and overall aura that earned him hero status at the club. Whilst with the Reds, the 27-year-old partnered with the University of Liverpool to offer a scholarship to one student who lived locally and was set to attend a course at the campus in the upcoming academic year. And despite leaving the club for Italy this summer, Origi has agreed to … [Read more...] about Divock Origi keeps funding Liverpool Uni students even after joining AC Milan
West Ham left fuming and release damning statement as 18-year-old wonderkid Sonny Perkins quits on free transfer
WEST HAM have been left fuming with Sonny Perkins' agents after his departure. The 18-year-old forward joined the Hammers at U14 level and was tipped to be the latest academy star to break into the first team. But having rejected several professional contract offers, Perkins is now set to leave – with West Ham accusing the player’s representatives of breaking the rules regarding approaches from other clubs. West Ham are entitled to receive compensation from any club Perkins joins, but have not confirmed whether they will be making a formal complaint through a tribunal. A damning statement read: “West Ham United invests millions of pounds annually into its world-renowned Academy of Football. “Naturally the Club is extremely disappointed that Sonny has chosen not to continue his development with the Hammers. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL GET YOUR GOSS Salah had Chelsea lined up before Liverpool deal EXCLUSIVE - transfers live … [Read more...] about West Ham left fuming and release damning statement as 18-year-old wonderkid Sonny Perkins quits on free transfer
Amazon set to seal £1.5BILLION deal to share TV rights with BT Sport to show Champions League games in UK
AMAZON are set to secure a joint deal with BT Sport to air Champions League matches between 2024-27, according to reports. It is the first time Amazon Prime Video will broadcast European games in the UK having previously aired two rounds of Premier League fixtures every year since 2019. But they have been given the opportunity to expand to the Champions League due to Uefa getting rid of their exclusivity model. BT Sport have been the competition's sole UK broadcaster since 2015 and paid £1.2billion for the rights to air the competition between 2022-2024. According to the Daily Mail the latest package is worth £1.5bn with BT Sport and Amazon sharing the rights. It is believed Amazon Prime Video are attracted by the chance of enhancing their sport coverage with the Champions League set to expand from 2024. Read More in Football CASINO DEALS The best casino offers from free spins and bonus cash to no deposit deals HAIR … [Read more...] about Amazon set to seal £1.5BILLION deal to share TV rights with BT Sport to show Champions League games in UK