Graham Poll: The official line - refs treat players differently, not the laws

16 October 2009 01:03
Gary Megson is correct when he says that referees should only give what they see and not what they think they're going to see. [LNB]They are aware of the style in which players compete, but I do not believe they apply laws differently as a result.[LNB] Mind games: Bolton boss Gary Megson fears refs are biased towards his striker Kevin Davies[LNB] This is borne out by the fact that despite being the player who gives away most free-kicks, Davies has not been sent off for eight seasons.[LNB] A referee should, as part of his preparation, make himself aware of any issues the players might have that he has been appointed to control. [LNB]Hopefully, knowledge of the confrontation between Evra and Davies last season should result in some proactive measures when Bolton play Manchester United. [LNB] Megson blasts 'stats ref': Bolton fuming over treatment of Davies Sorry Fabio, but ref was spot on with Robert Green's redTime for the FA to get tough with Sir Alex [LNB] [LNB]  Explore more:People:Gary Megson, Kevin Davies, Graham Poll

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