Just because the AR raises the flag, does not mean the ref has to whistle play or go along with the AR. If the ref sees it different, he can call what he wants to or not call what he wants to. I thought the ref had his flag up signaling either a foul or the ball out of bounds. Ref could have believed it to be a foul on defender and decided to play the advantage rule. No matter. At the conclusion of the play, he went over, consulted with the AR, and awarded Beaufort a Free Kick. Ref got it right. Coach could have stayed in the game if he had focused more on coaching his team than refereeing the game. I saw the Beaufort player take off his shirt and approach the center of the field after the final whistle. If he behaved as reported by Tricky, he should be disciplined. Most of the players congratulated each other and behaved in a sporting manner. It really was a good, well played soccer match.
