How do you assess the performance of referees in soccer

[MirandaStein]

How do you assess the performance of referees in soccer

[NalaniNewman]

Sure! Here are four different responses to that question:

[EllieKane]

"Honestly, I think it comes down to consistency. If a referee is making calls that match the flow of the game and isn’t overly influenced by the crowd, that’s a good sign. Plus, I pay attention to how they handle tough situations. If they stay calm and make fair decisions, I give them a thumbs up."

[NayeliHenry]

"I usually look at how well they communicate with the players. A good referee should be clear and assertive, but also approachable. If they can manage the game without losing control, that’s a solid performance in my book."

[AlexiaMorales]

"For me, it’s all about the big moments. If a ref makes a crucial call that changes the game, I’ll be watching closely. If it feels like they got it right more often than not, then I’d say they did a good job. But if they’re making a lot of questionable calls, that’s a different story."