Hughes: time to make a call on thorny umpire issue

All-Ireland SFC Round 4

Such a scenario should be avoided, according to the Down attacker, who also argues that umpires should have a greater role in games and suggests that referees be appointed to those positions, rather than allowing the match official to chose his own men.

“The wider issue the GAA need to look at is that this should not have come down to the Meath County Board or the players to make that decision.