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Refereeing Errors Drop as KNVB Enforces New Rules

7/3/2025

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The Dutch football association (KNVB) revealed a decline in refereeing errors during the 2024/25 Eredivisie season, with 26 mistakes compared to 37 last year. Head of refereeing Raymond van Meenen stressed the importance of ongoing improvement, announcing that referees will take a firmer stance against player protests starting August 8th.

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The Dutch football association (KNVB) revealed a decline in refereeing errors during the 2024/25 Eredivisie season, with 26 mistakes compared to 37 last year. Head of refereeing Raymond van Meenen stressed the importance of ongoing improvement, announcing that referees will take a firmer stance against player protests starting August 8th.