Third game for Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg, he will referee France - Belgium in the Round of 16.
Game 42, Round of 16
Düsseldorf, 1 July 2024 18:00 CET
Düsseldorf, 1 July 2024 18:00 CET
FRANCE - BELGIUM
Referee: Glenn Nyberg SWE
Assistant Referee 1: Mahbod Beigi SWE
Assistant Referee 2:Andreas Söderkvist SWE
Fourth Official: Donatas Rumšas LTU
Reserve Assistant Referee: Aleksandr Radius LTU
Assistant Referee 2:
Fourth Official: Donatas Rumšas LTU
Reserve Assistant Referee: Aleksandr Radius LTU
Video Assistant Referee: Pol van Boekel NED
Assistant Video Assistant Referee 1: Bartosz Frankowski POL
Assistant Video Assistant Referee 2: Rob Dieperink NED
Assistant Video Assistant Referee 2: Rob Dieperink NED
UEFA Referee Observer: Costas Kapitanis CYP
UEFA Delegate: Adrian Ixari MDA
If you want to study something extra during this match, study Glenn Nyberg's running pattern, physics and communication skills with the players. All three parts at an exceptionally high level, and ingredients to be able to be top three in the world within a couple of years. Sweden has historically had good referees with Erik Fredriksson in the 80s, Bo Karlsson in the 90s and then Anders Frisk, Peter Frojdfelt and Jonas Eriksson after the turn of the millennium, but this is a referee who has every chance of becoming the best Swede ever.
ReplyDeleteYou absolutely right. But i prefer Kuipers, and Rocchi for communicate with players.
DeleteUnfortunately, Eriksson did not have the opportunity to referee a Champions League or European Championship final. He ended his career harshly criticizing UEFA leaders, calling the entity a "dirty and dark world". I hope something similar doesn't happen to Nyberg and he has a prestigious career in refereeing at the highest level.
DeleteWell, if i get it right it was the leaders of FIFA, and i do think that there’s is some points in this though, But Glenn and Jonas is two completly different personalities so i guess there is a very low risk there. :)
DeleteOT: UEFA is investigating a "lick my balls" gesture from Bellingham towards the Slovakian bench. Potential red card missed by Ref+VAR crew.
ReplyDeleteEven if ref saw that,no RC would be shown.
DeleteYou know how brave you have to be to do that?
Then Meler would be on cover The Sun,Mirror,BBC,Sky and others.
He would for sure be acused of ploting against England.
EUFA should also be investigating the assault by the Slovak manager
DeleteReally good focus by AR1 for an early, correct offside decision.
ReplyDeleteThats so poor from Nyberg there he causes that yellow card. Disgraceful
ReplyDelete"Disgraceful" is a tad of an exaggeration for a missed corner.....
DeleteThe replay from Nyberg‘s view showed that the deflection wasn‘t that obvious. There is absolutely no reason to call a missed corner disgraceful.
DeleteIts simple incompetence he is 2 feet away from it clear corner
DeleteIf Makkelie did it you'd say it was so tough to spot and fantastic YC. "Disgraceful" get a grip.
DeleteNo if any official at this level cant spot that then they should not be at the tournament
DeleteMaybe fourth official RASMUS could have helped there? :D
DeleteHow did he miss that corner
ReplyDeleteMissed corner kick for France, correct YC for mobbing, maybe AR2 could have helped because it was clear but not from Nyberg's perspective.
ReplyDeleteNot sure how it wasn’t clear, he was looking straight at it from 5 yards away with a clear view
DeleteBut the ball deflection wasn't that visible from his position even if he was 2m away, from other angles it was evident.
DeleteBEL11 fouled no ?
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DeleteMissed corners a persistent theme for referees/ARs this tournament for whatever reason.
ReplyDeleteThat corner decision was weird, looked like Nyberg was about to whistle it but something or someone convinced him it wasn’t
ReplyDeleteBit of a soft YC for Griezmann for me, more high careless than anything.
ReplyDeleteWill be a red card in this game. Cards coming out like confetti now.
ReplyDeleteSoft YC for Griezmann and looks like a soft one for Rabiot as well
ReplyDeleteAnd Rabiot gets suspended... I would really, really like Fifa and Uefa to remove this rule (or make it three YCs). Two yellows in five games is far too easy to get, especially if you have two stricter referees, or getting one 'wrong' YC is also easily done across five games, that it seems too harsh to ban players for this. But that's a discussion for another time
DeleteDaniel Bailey I agree I think 3 yellows is fair. How can 2 in 5 games be worth the same punishment as 2 in the same game (other than finishing the match with 10 players)
DeleteYellow cards for Griezmann and Rabiot correctly applied by Nyberg so far.
ReplyDeleteNo too soft
DeleteI think Griezmann was fine but Rabiot was wrong. I think it's a bit weird to group them both together because Griezmann was incredibly late and nowhere near the ball whereas Rabiot was on the ball and didn't do much wrong.
DeleteBut it seems like everyone either thinks they are two yellows or anothing on both.
What a lot of people ILin this blog is looking for negative things! UNBELIEVABLE!
ReplyDeleteAfter 37 minutes nomproblems at all!!
Missed some game,but weird to see Nyberg showing 3 cards in 24 minutes with his style is something we rarely see.
ReplyDeleteRosetti must have been instructing referees to issue cards in the 1st twenty minutes ,a typical Italian way to referee
DeleteMany of you writing here is looking how players reacts, are they the true we have in refereeing a lot of problems!
ReplyDeleteIMO no longer a real parameter, now that the players are no longer allowed to express emotions to the referee.
DeleteStrong 1st half from Nyberg, no doubt. The YC against Griezmann and Rabiot were both really soft. IMO the first one against Griezmann would've been a great chance for a verbal warning - tackling is late, but soft. This would have helped him to keep pressure off himself.
ReplyDeleteTwo YC's were soft-ish but only appeared so in slow motion replay, in full speed they definitely looked like caution worthy challenges. I think people look too much on studs alone and ignore the intensity and timing of the challenge.
ReplyDeleteOnly explanation for the missed corner is a freak angle, even one replay I had issues seeing it. The following YC was obvious.
It's a weird game so far, two very cautious teams and mixed pace. Fast attacks but very slow build up. But I think besides those 50/50 YC's, we're left with a fair game, a good half from Nyberg.
Nyberg got into a real pickle with this missed corner because, it seems, that he makes a gesture to say "no handball offence" and then kind of 'glitches out' and gives a goalkick. It was good (for refereeing) that he then issued the consequent card for mobbing. 15' play on was correct, Castagne just fell over. Griezmann's yellow card was (obviously) correct, look at the reckless contact on the top of the foot. Rabiot never committed an offence and this caution was simply wrong (-0,1). There was a quite interesting 'mobbing-ish' scene during the Rabiot booking. 35' by Kounde should have been a booking for tactical foul but because not many people noticed it, besides an alert Rumsas, no card was given. If we ask "did the referees decisions rather calm the game down or increase the tension in it?", in my opinion is closer to the latter. I'm surprised this appmnt didn't get more attention, for my money it was a very big 'promotion' (not undeserved!) and I didn't expect it. Overall, still not a bad first half by Nyberg imo.
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DeleteGood analysis, idk what some of those people waffle about in this blog. I know what you mean with 35' Kounde but 1) the ball goes out of bounce which you can argue and 2) balancing purposes as yellow cards were already at 3:0. So good no yellow card for me even if it got more attention
DeleteGood arguments Julian, thanks! I had the balancing argument in my head too but managed to misconstrue ‘-> 3:1’ instead of ‘-> 4:0’ 😅. Overall the game felt slightly too big for Nyberg (at this stage of his career) but in the end the performance was generally okay.
DeleteClear missed FK and YC for SPA by Kante
ReplyDeleteGood no call on Doku fall. Not a foul but also too harsh to call a simulation.
ReplyDeleteNyberg is struggling with the magnitude of the game. Nothing bad but definitely one of the weaker displays of the tournament, will only get tougher for him as the game goes on aswell
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DeleteI like Nyberg but he is clearly flustered today. He’s making arm gestures that make no sense
DeleteTo be honest I also agree on seeing at least a less convincing performance than his previous two. I’m a bit bothered by a not to consistent eg sensible foul selection in the 2nd half.
DeleteI agree
DeleteOne more looking for negative things, the World today!!
ReplyDeleteOliver!!
ReplyDeletepoorest nyberg performance, not too concentrate well.
ReplyDeleteOf course he is there as the boss!!
ReplyDeleteStadium ban for Rosetti 😀
ReplyDeleteFor me, it does not really look like Nyberg has full control…
ReplyDeleteInteresting timing on your comment right after issuing two obvious YC's after 50 minutes straight of no struggle.
DeleteThis guy should be in a magic show - he is seeing fouls, incidents and situations nobody sees.
ReplyDeleteIncredible.
He misses a clear corner, yellow cards the player for questioning it then proceeds to never have control at any point.
What is this?
This is my last comment in this blog, when someone can say not control it is no idea to take part!! Goodbye!
ReplyDeleteHey! Don’t let the one who just search for you to be frustrated win. Just ignore them :)
DeleteNot good but not terrible.
ReplyDeleteThat's the right grading for Nyberg.
Cause he did not harm anyone,but at the same timehis performance today is not at the top.
Too many small mistakes.
I agree with you. Under normal circumstances, Nyberg's performance is between average and good. Small errors were noticeable, but nothing that affected the result of the game. It remains to be seen whether he will continue at the Euros or be released for the Olympics.
DeleteIts incredibly transparent also - these referees from Round of Last 16 fixtures are under pressure from Rossetti to issue yellow cards for just about anything. A directive.
ReplyDeleteIt‘s incredible how another absolutely solid performance is critisised heavily by some members of the blog without real arguments and in a disruspectful manner. I‘m really looking forward to the end of this tournament when there will be less fans and more fact-based discussions again and this blog becomes a place again to talk about referees in a fair way. I dont‘t mean to attack anyone of the blog admins however, you cannot do more.
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DeleteI think it was a performance close to expected level, but a few things are missing, nothing extra-ordinary so one can be satisfied. He committed several minor mistakes, but committee can be content with him (let's wait now the last minutes).
ReplyDeleteMaybe certain posters should use yellow and red cards for anyone who posts anything negative about a referee. Then, if issuing these cards doesn't work just demote them to category 9.
ReplyDeleteInteresting to compare the similarities between Meler yesterday and Nyberg today: both started issuing YCs quickly in the first half, but slowed down and became more 'flexible' in the second.
ReplyDeleteBoth remained in control, but Meler displayed more of it than Nyberg for me. A few small mistakes, confusing signals, and worried body language takes his score to ~8.2/8.3 for me.
I think the best Thing in this Game was the referee.
ReplyDeleteThree games, no big controversial decisions (a missed corner is still just that), no VAR interventions. Faced with the most difficult and heated match of the RO16 and performs well. Excellent tournament, depending on how the French team does in the Olympics, surely a contender for even the final.
ReplyDeleteMinot mistakes this game absolutely, but rather that than big mistakes that change the course of the game.
There are clearly readers who exaggerate the minor visible weaknesses tonight, but we also quite obvious witness the opposite.
DeleteIMHO this game doesn’t come even close to being the most challenging. And Nyberg with two very well managed matches and one just below aspected level can be very satisfied about his first tournament, but I think it stays with this. A final definitely won’t happen in my view.
Honestly, I really can't understand some comments, in the recent games, they increased, OK all are allowed to have an opinion, but according to some people the refereeing must be always perfect, excellent, top class. That's wrong. How on earth you can say that today Nyberg showed the weakest performance of the tournament is beyond me. I'm always interested in sharing opinions and I don't want to say that I'm the right one and all the people are wrong, but there are some points of view definitely without explanations for me!
ReplyDeleteYou can say the Swedish wasn't outstanding, but impossible to deny this performance was close to expected level. Important and big mistakes must be committed to have a different assessment!
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DeleteMy observation was his demeanour was different to normal - he appeared like he couldn’t wait for the game to finish, and he was worried there would be a KMI. In the end, nothing bad happened, but he didn’t show much confidence.
DeleteAgreed some of the comments in this tournament has been out of pocket and does not reflect the performance of the referees.
DeleteI usually stay away from these topics, but every single word you wrote is true, Chefren. It's becoming increasingly difficult to understand some comments.
DeleteAgreed +5
DeleteUsually people with an inferiority complex write nasty things without argument or justification.
ReplyDeleteI was not impressed with his whistling technique. It sounded 'weak'.
ReplyDeleteNot to mention how his laces were tied. Signs of a horrible ref.
DeleteExpected level performance by Glenn Nyberg. Accepted by players, technicaly correct, top positioning, but there are areas for improvment. At the end, in terms of pressure he as every referee is, was under. He was not perfect, but I did not see perfect coach,player, or referee. So in ters of job he done, he was pretty solid. He can be proud what he do on this championship, and he showed UEFA that they can count on him. He should concentrate on OG now.
ReplyDeleteAs someone wrote earlier, when the fans/trols is gone there will be more constructive forum again. Many comments above is just not for real.
ReplyDeleteOr are the comments are not to your liking ,so therefore written by trolls and fans ,there are a lot of comments made by people who have never refereed, coached or played any sport and only watch from an arm chair.
DeleteNo, they are without substance, But probably from just that group you just mention.
DeleteI have tried to make an integral evaluation of this match, looking at the different observer criteria for referees. It is not fully complete, but it gives an impression. Made without being influenced by the too many one-liners that too often give the total a misplaced picture.
ReplyDeleteHere is part 1.
Game management and interpretation of the LotG.
Ref Nyberg had and kept complete control of this tactical and intense , but overall fair match from the beginning to the end and earned respect and acceptance from the players and officials through consistent, but where necessary (in function and development of the game) adaptive leadership.
IMO No match-defining or match-influencing errors were made. In general, he punished fouls clearly and consistently and in accordance with the rules of the game. There was hardly any resistance to the decisions he made except the 14’ where a corner kick for France was missed. The understandable but not acceptable reaction of French players was punished with a correct YC for Nr 8 (Protest)
Good chosen foul threshold management in function of match development and progress. A good eye for both real and "unreal ones" (some examples 56’, 73’ no fouls on Doku and 93’), without being “too picky”. Defined from the beginning clearly the borderline between acceptable and non acceptable play and behaviour thereby creating the conditions for this game to remain fair and generally respectful.
He took a somewhat stricter line in the initial phase and, where possible, allowed the match to become a real match and keeping the pace in the match. (Good tactical as well as emphatic approach to the match.)
Application of advantage rule and wait&see looked effective (example 69’. second ball on the pitch). The “wall management” in the vicinity of the penalty area was also applied consistently and in accordance with the rules, 23’ FK for Belgium. The “wall” was placed smartly, effectively and quickly at the required distance by immediately marking the 9.15 line and then to put the players behind it.
Effectively the clear functional signal of "nothing is wrong and play on", during penalty kick complaints in the 15’ and 27’, which immediately nipped any emerging protests in the bud and provided immediate clarity. Also in other situations very clear functional arm signaling and as such creating clarity. ( Sometimes a bit overdone but OK)
Disciplinary management
The disciplinary management and its effective implementation (YC’s in H1:14’, dissent 23’ 24’ reckless attacking and YC’s in H2 75’ and 93’ SPA)) was balanced, IMO okay, decisive and at the right times. Authority was clearly present and he earned respect and acceptance from players through his actions and strong body language (Also strong facial expression).
He responded adequately to emerging irritation through good communication and by anticipating their attitude (75’). Where necessary, he communicated well with the players, but also with his assistants AR 1 and O4 in 34’. (Good empathic communication skills). On the other hand he avoids going into discussions with players by immediately turning away.
Part 2 follows
Part 2
ReplyDeletePhysical condition and positioning.
Nyberg demonstrated also good running ability with adequate acceleration. He chooses his moments to rest a bit very cleverly. Good acceleration combined with an energetic, concentrated and agile attitude. He followed the match well and also entered the penalty area where necessary. Also proactive positioning and deviating from the diagonal where necessary. Sometimes he stood a bit too much in the middle of the PK with risk of hindering like in 90’)
Summary
In this match, the decisions of Nyberg and his team were almost always accepted hardly without any form of protest. He was always above what was happening but remained approachable and confident and resolute in his decisions.
Mainly due to his calm, but decisive style of refereeing, his emphatic way of communicating, and tactically well-chosen disciplinary management the whole game remained fair and respectful at both sides, and that is what we want
Overall IMO an effective and acceptable performance that he can be proud of, but also some areas for improvement. Surely one of the future top referees in Europe.
Can only confirm what exeliteref said in the very beginning of this blog.
Amazing reflection of the game proref. This is What law5 is about! +5
DeleteI'd argue this was an expected level performance by Nyberg, despite some minor mistakes overall and one wrong YC in 24'.
ReplyDeleteI had a certain feeling he was never quite comfortable in this game as a referee, in a lack of a better phrase. Sometimes he seemed a bit nervous and unsure about some decisions, which is quite unusual for him. On the other hand, there were surely moments where we saw the "usual" Nyberg, with his calm and composed authority. Overall, it's a mixed performance in this regard and I think the last two games were certainly better, but I cannot agree with those saying he was "bad" or "lost control". IMO, it was nowhere near such a description.
Foul detection was a bit inconsistent for my taste, but only with minor mistakes and no game-changing errors. As for the disciplinary line, it was good overall IMO, but with one certain mistake: a wrong YC to FRA14 in 24' (I'd say Rabiot didn't commit an actual offence there). On the other hand, I'd argue that the no card decision in 35' (Kounde's tactical foul on Doku) is actually preferable for me, as the initial pass directed to Doku was actually pretty bad and, with the ball going out anyway, it's questionable if we can deem this an SPA without any possibility to control the ball by Doku (at least that's how I view this situation). The rest of the cautions were correct for my taste: 14' (FRA8, protest/dissent), 23' (FRA7, reckless tackle), 76' (BEL coach, protest/dissent), 76' (BEL5, retaliation), 90+3' (BEL18, SPA). Certainly, one can agree the 14' YC came after a wrongly denied CK for FRA (which actually wasn't so clearly detectable like some suggested, but it's surely a clear error), but there is absolutely no justification for the level and manner of protest exhibited by FRA8. Referees commit mistakes because they're human; it's time for the players to understand this. It doesn't give them any right to disrespect and undermine the referee's authority in such a blatant way. The same can be said about the 76' YC, although Tedesco actually protested for a correct decision for my taste.
As for the KMIs, all were solved correctly IMO: 27' (no handball penalty for BEL, the ball hit the thigh); 48' (no penalty for BEL, minimal contact); 71' (no penalty for FRA, clean contact on the ball). It is worthy to note that the verbal altercation between Mbappe and Verthongen after the 71' situation was dealt with calmly, but firmly by Nyberg, and I think this was a good example of the "usual" Nyberg we saw in his last games.
Overall, as I said, an expected level performance with some areas for improvement. I'd say it's a fair general description of this match.
Glenn had a good game today, not a great, But without doubt a good one. I wouldn’t be suprised if we see him in one more game (but not the final) if Rosetti and his guys not release him for the Olympics now. But i don’t think so
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