Webb explains how World Cup controversy will make officiating harder

Premier League referees chief explains how World Cup controversy will make life harder for officials - Howard Webb believes the situation surrounding Folarin Balogun’s red card will create room for co

Referee chief Howard Webb ‘really troubled’ by FIFA’s Folarin Balogun red-card decision

Webb, the chief refereeing officer for Pro Ref, is worried the controversy will have a negative impact on how referees are perceived.

Soccer-Balogun furore risks eroding faith in officiating, say Webb and Masters

LONDON, Aug 19 (Reuters) - The fallout from FIFA's decision to allow U.S. forward Folarin Balogun to play despite a World Cup red card risked undermining trust in football's disciplinary and officiating processes,

USMNT star Folarin Balogun linked with controversial Premier League return

The American striker upped his stock after an impressive World Cup campaign this summer.

Does it matter if USMNT players play in the Premier League? History says it helps, but not always

Only five members of the USMNT's World Cup squad play in the Premier League, but England's top flight may be finding new ways to embrace American talent

Referees’ chief Howard Webb ‘really troubled’ by Folarin Balogun escaping World Cup ban

Howard Webb, England’s chief refereeing officer, expressed concern over Fifa’s decision that Folarin Balogun would miss no matches after his World Cup red card