The argument has been made for years that ex professionals should be referees as "they know the game".
But that's complete bullshit.
They know a specific position.
Imagine an ex defender becoming a referee, he would have a much high tolerance level for what is a foul than an ex striker would.
Impartiality is imperative to being a referee. Ex pros are not remotely impartial.
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The argument has been made for years that ex professionals should be referees as "they know the game".
But that's complete bullshit.
They know a specific position.
Imagine an ex defender becoming a referee, he would have a much high tolerance level for what is a foul than an ex striker would.
Impartiality is imperative to being a referee. Ex pros are not remotely impartial.