Brighton Manager De Zerbi expresses displeasure with EPL referees

Brighton’s manager, Roberto De Zerbi, has openly shared his dissatisfaction with the majority of Premier League referees, stating that he doesn’t like around 80% of them. This candid remark follows Brighton’s recent 1-1 draw with Sheffield United, where the manager’s frustration was evident.

The comments from De Zerbi add to a growing sentiment among managers regarding officiating in the Premier League. Last week, Arsenal’s manager criticized a decision that went against his team, describing it as “embarrassing” and a “disgrace.”

In the Brighton vs. Sheffield United game, the intensity heightened when Brighton’s Mahmoud Dahoud received a straight red card for a tackle on Sheffield’s Ben Osborn. While De Zerbi acknowledged Dahoud’s deserving punishment, his animated presence throughout the match earned him a yellow card.

De Zerbi, in his post-match statement, maintained transparency about his feelings, stating, “I am honest and clear. I don’t like 80 per cent of England’s referees.” The manager’s candid expression sheds light on the ongoing debates surrounding officiating standards in the Premier League.