The incident occurred shortly after the halftime siren during Sunday’s 2-2 draw between Liverpool and Arsenal. The FA stated there will be “no further action” against the assistant.
Assistant referee Constantine Hatzidakis will not be punished further for appearing to strike Andy Robertson of Liverpool.
The incident occurred shortly after the halftime siren during Sunday’s 2-2 draw between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield.
The PGMOL (Professional Game Match Officials Limited) removed Mr. Hatzidakis from duty while the incident was investigated.
According to the FA, Mr. Hatzidakis will face “no further action” after this probe.
“We have thoroughly reviewed all the evidence about the recent incident at Anfield involving Liverpool defender Andrew Robertson and match official Constantine Hatzidakis, and we will not be taking any further action,” a spokesperson said.
“As part of our thorough investigation, we reviewed detailed statements from Liverpool and PGMOL as well as multiple angles of video footage about the incident and its surrounding circumstances.”
In a statement issued by the PGMOL, Mr. Hatzidakis stated, “I fully assisted The FA with their investigation and discussed the matter directly with Andy Robertson during an open and constructive conversation.”
“I apologise for touching Andy when I withdrew my arm. I eagerly anticipate returning to refereeing contests.”
Shortly after the halftime siren, the official was observed reacting to Robertson’s confrontation.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp claimed he was unaware of the incident.
Manchester United and England fullback Gary Neville said, “I’ve never witnessed an official raise an elbow to a player.” I believe he will be in a great deal of trouble after this event.”
Micah Richards, a former Manchester City, and England defender remarked, “I’ve never seen anything like that in my life.”
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane emphasized Robertson’s significance and referred to the Scottish player as “a big baby.”
Keane stated, “He should be more concerned about his defense.” “Do you know who this Robertson is? Having observed him on multiple occasions, I can say that he is a huge baby.
“Simply continue the game and focus on your defense. He seizes the linesman first.
