Bologna vs Lazio: Referee Chiffi Criticized for Missing Red Card
In a tightly contested match, Bologna and Lazio ended in a draw after the regulation time. The officiating by referee Daniele Chiffi has come under scrutiny due to several controversial decisions, particularly concerning a missed red card incident.
Match Overview
This was the 14th match officiated by Chiffi for Lazio, bringing their record under his supervision to 8 wins, 3 draws, and 3 losses. This performance has led to criticism regarding his decision-making throughout the match.
Key Incidents
- Early Protests: Just two minutes into the game, Gila protested against a corner awarded to Bologna, claiming a foul by Cambiaghi.
- First Yellow Card: Gila received the first yellow card in the 9th minute for a late challenge on Ferguson.
- Undetected Fouls: A clear foul by Castro in the Lazio box went unnoticed. Chiffi only stopped play after Cambiaghi struck the crossbar.
- Critical VAR Incident: At the 26-minute mark, Dele-Bashiru was held back by Ferguson in a pivotal moment, but no action was taken after a VAR check deemed the foul insufficient.
Second Half Decisions
The second half saw continued inconsistency in officiating. Castro received a yellow card shortly after the restart for a rough tackle on Isaksen.
- Correct Decisions: In the 73rd minute, the booking of Miranda for holding Isaksen was appropriate.
- Controversial Call: A free kick was awarded for a foul by Nuno Tavares in the 85th minute. While the foul was legitimate, the subsequent yellow card seemed overly harsh.
Final Moments
The match saw four additional minutes of stoppage time. In the 91st minute, Vitik was cautioned after a challenge on Nuno Tavares.
Overall, Chiffi’s officiating has raised questions, particularly about the Ferguson vs. Dele-Bashiru incident, which is likely to create further debate among fans and analysts alike.
