OMFG Priceless!!! Didn't have to be Italy related.
Funny, Americans have a real problem with the looseness of soccer. Why don't they stop the clock, why doesn't the player get off the field, what's up with the dive? Even growing up playing soccer the refs were SOOOO anal about the sport, throw-ins and free kicks had to be taken from the exact spot of the foul, throw-ins had to be EXACTLY over your head, totally different pace.
Problem with video is that you can't really stop play, best situation I can think of is to have the refs 'up-stairs' on the wireless mics but the pace of play has to be maintained. Otherwise you can fine the players later, but wouldn't the clubs ultimately pay the fine?
FIFA has been open that they're evaluating the situation, godspeed.
I'd be mighty grateful if any soccer fans continued football talk as the other seasons commence. I get the Fox Soccer Channel, Premier League, Bundasliega, some other leagues too, just so much to track and stay into.
The beautiful game.
