I accept and expect you have far more knowledge than me, but as a parallel, if I was top twenty in the tennis world, or golf, I'd feel quite good about my ability.
Another for me, contentious point, Wolves player gets his shot off, player has committed late, after the shot, pen given. I think the ref has made up for his earlier mistake... hang on another pen. Outside the box, refs are an absolute shambles. Missed pen, justice.
Not a great salary compared to players. They are treated with contempt by players, coaches and supporters alike. I wouldn't take that level of abuse for the money they earn. Similarly I wouldn't officiate if I just couldn't get the normal stuff correct. There is a huge amount of ego in referees...
I agree. Has been awful in the Prem for us, let alone the other 13 sides. I used to think the standard was poor in the Championship, but I'd have that any day over the Prem. Even then, the controversy happened with the Prem officials coming to officiate us in the Championship. We generally get...
Recap:
Cardiff penalty not given, probably as stonewall as I have ever seen.
Burnley 1st goal, not a corner.
Tottenham goal, huge advantage on throw.
Bournemouth hand ball, his hand actually puts it out for a corner.