The Rest Is Football Alan Responds To The Wissa & Isak Drama
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Aug 20, 2025 Alan, Gary, and Micah tackle the Isak-Wissa drama along with a controversial handball incident that has fans buzzing. They dive into the emotional tug-of-war of player loyalty and the intricacies of transfer practices. Also on the table are predictions for the Golden Boot, assessing top scorers like Haaland and Salah. The pressures faced by fourth officials and some light-hearted Fantasy Premier League banter round out the conversation, making for a compelling mix of analysis and entertainment.
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Handball Law Is Overcomplicated
- The panel agree the current handball law is overcomplicated and produces inconsistent outcomes.
- Alan Shearer argues the rule should return to a simple test: was the handball deliberate or not.
Tarkovsky's Post-Match Explanation
- Viktor Tarkovsky said he leaned towards a deflected ball and couldn't stop it hitting his arm.
- Alan Shearer recounts Tarkovsky's post-match defence to illustrate the law's unfairness.
Let Referees Use Common Sense
- Simplify refereeing standards to allow common sense rather than complex permutations in the law.
- Gary Lineker says lawmakers should stop over-engineering rules and let referees apply judgment.