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Des Roache Apologizes to Olsen Over Simulation Accusation

2/19/2026

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Des Roache apologized to Andreas Skov Olsen for labeling him a cheat for simulation during a Hearts match.
Roache noted there was contact, retracted the accusation, and said it was a matter of opinion, not clear-cut.
Andreas Skov Olsen was booked by referee Don Robertson for a clash with Islam Chesnokov.
Roache defended Robertson and said VAR could not intervene for yellow cards, calling the incident unfortunate.

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Des Roache apologized to Andreas Skov Olsen for labeling him a cheat for simulation during a Hearts match.
Roache noted there was contact, retracted the accusation, and said it was a matter of opinion, not clear-cut.
Andreas Skov Olsen was booked by referee Don Robertson for a clash with Islam Chesnokov.
Roache defended Robertson and said VAR could not intervene for yellow cards, calling the incident unfortunate.