Harps warning on sexist jibes

A senior Finn Harps official warned the club could be fined if sexist comments directed at a female referee are reported.

Roscommon referee Rhona Daly took charge of Harps game for the first time on Saturday as she officiated the Donegal club’s 3-2 win over Mervue United in the First Division.

And she was at the centre of attention when she awarded a controversial penalty for Mervue after Stephen Walsh stooped to head the ball inside the box and was struck by the foot of Keith Cowan who was trying to clear.