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Mourinho & his āworst refereeā rant gains new relevance amid latest Serie A scandal
TL;DR
Jose Mourinho's past criticism of referee Daniele Chiffi has resurfaced amid a new Serie A refereeing scandal. His comments from a 2023 match against Monza highlight ongoing issues with officiating in the league.
Key points
- Mourinho criticized referee Daniele Chiffi.
- Comments made after a 1-1 draw with Monza.
- Remarks highlight ongoing Serie A refereeing issues.
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Mourinho & his āworst refereeā rant gains new relevance amid latest Serie A scandal
Comments made by Jose Mourinho during his time at Roma have taken on fresh relevance amid the latest controversy surrounding refereeing in Serie A.
Following a 1-1 draw with Monza in 2023, Mourinho launched a remarkable attack on referee Daniele Chiffi, describing him as āthe worst referee I have encountered in my entire career.ā At the time, the outburst was seen as another example of the Portuguese coachās fiery touchline persona.
However, one particular line now stands out more than ever.
Mourinho suggested Roma lacked the influence of other clubs when it came to referee appointments, claiming some teams had the power to effectively reject certain officials.
āUnfortunately, this too is a sign of Romaās weakness as a club, because we do not have the strength of other clubs who can say we donāt want this referee.ā
He also admitted he restrained himself late in the match because he expected to be sent off for even minor protests.
ROME, ITALY ā SEPTEMBER 17: AS Roma head coach Jose Mourinho looks on during the Serie A TIM match between AS Roma and Empoli FC at Stadio Olimpico on September 17, 2023 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)
Q&A
What did Mourinho say about referee Daniele Chiffi?
Mourinho described Daniele Chiffi as 'the worst referee I have encountered in my entire career' after a 1-1 draw with Monza in 2023.
Why are Mourinho's comments relevant now?
His remarks have gained new significance due to ongoing controversies surrounding refereeing in Serie A.
What sparked Mourinho's criticism of the referee?
Mourinho's outburst followed a disappointing 1-1 draw with Monza, reflecting his frustration with the officiating.