St Ledger calls for introduction of video referees

SEAN ST LEDGER has joined the growing chorus calling for the introduction of video referees along the lines of those used in rugby union.

Thierry Henry’s role in France’s controversial goal at the Stade de France has again shone a light on what has been an perennial discussion in football circles in recent years, although FIFA remain resolutely opposed to anything which they believe could lessen the referee’s authority.

“The technology is there, why not use it?” said the defender. “It would have helped us. It was a boyhood dream to go and play in the World Cup and it’s been snatched away from me. Over two games we were the better team. They beat us with deflected goal and a goal that should never have been. It gets worse looking at the replays.