⚽ Gerisha Reviews Third Division Refereeing Calls
Refereeing expert Jihad Gerisha analyzed a number of controversial incidents from Egyptian Third Division matches, focusing particularly on situations involving penalty appeals and the decisions taken by the referees.
Gerisha explained that some refereeing decisions were correct, while another incident involved a missed penalty that he attributed to the referee’s positioning and inability to properly see the action.
📢 Fosfat vs Shabab El Kharga Incident
Speaking on the “Stad Masr” program, hosted by media presenter Abdel Nasser Zidan on Modern MTI, Jihad Gerisha said: “In the Fosfat vs Shabab El Kharga match, there was an incident in which Fosfat appealed for a penalty, but the defender played the ball, so the referee’s decision to allow play to continue was correct.”
According to Gerisha, there was no basis for awarding a penalty in that situation because the defender successfully played the ball, making the continuation of play the correct decision.
🟨 A Correct Penalty Not Given Against Akhmim
Gerisha also pointed to another incident involving Fosfat against Akhmim, stating that the team should have been awarded a penalty that was not given.
He explained: “Fosfat had a correct penalty against Akhmim, but it was not awarded because of the referee’s poor positioning, and he did not see the ball.”
The incident, according to Gerisha’s assessment, demonstrates how the referee’s positioning can directly affect the ability to follow an attacking move and properly assess contact inside the penalty area.
🔍 Correct Penalty Decision in Izi Sport vs El Shams
The refereeing expert also reviewed the Izi Sport vs El Shams match, where a penalty was awarded despite the difficulty of the situation.
Gerisha said: “In the Izi Sport vs El Shams match, there was a correct penalty that was awarded, and the referee’s decision was correct despite the difficulty of the incident.”
The assessment highlights the importance of concentration, positioning and quick decision-making when referees face difficult challenges inside the box.
🏟️ Positioning Remains Crucial
The incidents discussed by Jihad Gerisha underline the importance of proper positioning and concentration when making refereeing decisions, particularly in penalty-area situations where even small details can determine the outcome of a decision.
As the Third Division competition continues, refereeing decisions remain closely followed by clubs and supporters, especially in incidents involving penalties and challenges inside the box.
