It's a good thing to go to a training class. Because Webber and Jack have been included in the shortlist for the next international referee in the Premier League since they started this training course. In other words, if the next time the Premier League referee selects an international referee, Webber and Jack are the top two people.

The level of referees in England is indeed relatively poor.

It's not as good as Italy, Germany, Spain. But England, as the birthplace of modern football, still has its own pride. Of course, the English media is also very powerful, so both FIFA and UEFA are giving England some face.

Therefore, at present, England can have the same number of international referees as Italy, Germany, and Spain.

However, the level of English referees is too poor, and many people have embarrassed English referees after they have reached the international arena. So England's international referees are not full, and there are still quite a few vacant places. If the FA and the referees are willing, they can now recommend international referees. Therefore, Webb and Jack's entry into the training class is still very interesting.

Because in a short period of time, they are likely to become international referees. But now the two of them have only obtained the candidacy.

Webb and Jack still need to continue officiating the game. This candidacy can only become real if it gets better and better in the Premier League.

In the tenth round of the Premier League, Jack was a strong conversation.

West Ham United play Newcastle at home.

West Ham had a stellar season last season and even secured a place in the Confederations Cup. Redknapp is also one of England's leading coaches, and his West Ham United are a strong team in the Premier League.

But it's not as good as Newcastle.

Newcastle played "sexy football" for a while during Ruud Gullit's tenure, but their results were getting worse and worse. In the end, the chairman of Newcastle couldn't take it anymore and fired Gullit.

Then a top coach with a high reputation in English football was invited.

Bobby Robson.

The current manager of Newcastle is Bobby Robson. This is a true top coach in England, and his fame is on par with that of Clough's legendary coaches.

Jack also prepared a lot before the game.

West Ham United's home stadium is crazy and West Ham fans are also England's worst rated fans. As a result, West Ham's home stadium has always been difficult to enforce. Coupled with the existence of a grandmaster-level coach like Robson, Jack certainly needs to do his homework.

It's a pity that everything is useless when it comes to the scene.

"Jack, this won't work. It's raining so hard today, and Upton Park doesn't know what's going on, you look at the water. ”

Darren Kahn frowned as he looked at the stagnant water on the pitch. Darren Kahn is the Premier League's youngest assistant referee, this time alongside Jack. As the game got underway, Jack and Darren Kahn, as well as fourth referee Mark Halsey, came over to inspect the court.

The situation is very bad.

It was a good day, but an hour before the start of the race, it suddenly rained heavily. Catch everyone off guard.

"What did the stadium manager say?"

"They said there was a sudden rainstorm today, so that's why that's the case. However, they say the drainage system at Upton Park is still excellent, and as long as the rain subsides, there should be no problems with the course. ”

Heavy rain is rare here.

It's usually the kind of drizzle that lasts all day. Even if the rain is a little heavier, it is rare for such a heavy rainstorm.

Jack nodded, understanding the difficulties at Upton Park.

"There are only fifteen minutes left before the game starts."

"Darren, help me find the managers of both sides. The game doesn't look like it's going to work and I'm going to talk to them about it. The game is to be delayed. ”

Jack also looked at his watch. There are only fifteen minutes left before the normal start time of the game. Looking at the current appearance of the stadium, even if the rainstorm stops within a few minutes, the stadium will not be able to return to normal in a short period of time.

In that case, Jack had no choice but to postpone the game.

"Judge Jack Lee."

Robson and Redknapp both came over soon. Seeing Robson coming, Jack hurriedly walked over. The most intimidating force in English football at the moment is undoubtedly Alex Ferguson.

But the most respected man in English football is definitely Bobby Robson.

"Hello, Coach Robson."

Not only Jack, but all the members of the referee team were very respectful to Robson.

In the face of a coach with such prestige as Robson, the referees are embarrassed to be tough. If you quarrel with Robson, even if you are justified, everyone will think that you are wrong. That's where prestige comes in.

"Hello, Coach Redknapp."

After Jack and the coaches of both sides said hello, he didn't beat around the bush and said directly: "Now the rain is not abating, and the situation on the court is not optimistic." With the current water situation, I don't think it will be possible to play on time. So I'd like to postpone the start of the game and see what the weather is like. I don't know what the two of you think. ”

In fact, this kind of thing is really up to the referee to decide.

Of course, the referee also needs to discuss with the referee team, and then discuss with the referee supervision. But on the whole, the referee's opinion is the most important, and the referee will basically follow the decision after the decision. But Jack can't just make his own decisions because of that, so he informs the two coaches.

"Judge Jack Lee, can the game be changed to another day? If you look at the situation now, the stadium is really not very optimistic. ”

Robson immediately suggested something else. Newcastle have been playing technical football since Kevin Keegan's time, and although Ruud Gullit's 'sexy football' didn't work out, Newcastle have been more ground-to-ground than the average Premier League team.

Robson is even more so.

The current situation is the most unfavorable for Newcastle. This is because even if the water on the course is cleared, the ground will be very slippery. If the turf is slippery, it is very bad for the team playing ground ball. Such a venue is very beneficial for a team like West Ham.

"I don't think so. The drainage system at Upton Park is so advanced that the water on the pitch can be cleaned up as soon as the rain subsides. I think it's okay to just postpone the tee time. ”

Although Robson is a senior, Redknapp will not budge because of Robson. The situation is now favourable for West Ham. While Robson and Redknapp are both England coaches, Robson's side are willing to go to the ground, while Redknapp's West Ham are truly English teams.

The ball was high in the air and the ground was slippery, which had a limited impact on West Ham.

"Coach Robson, I agree with Coach Redknapp. I'm going to postpone the game for 30 to 50 minutes. If the rain doesn't abate, I'll apply for another day. But if the rainstorm is over and the stadium is cleared of water, then the game continues. ”

In fact, I didn't come to ask for the advice of the coaches on both sides, but to inform them. Listening to them is just respecting them. It's just that Robson is too senior, so Jack explained it to him.

"Okay."

Robson nodded, not dwelling. Because he also knows that it is not easy to change the day. On the contrary, it is not uncommon to delay the kick-off time of the game due to various circumstances.

But Robson was still angry.

Even if the stagnant water is eliminated, it will be a big disadvantage for Newcastle.

After deciding the decision, Jack immediately contacted the FA and told them of his decision. And then all that's left is to wait. With nothing to do, Jack chatted with Halsey.

"Mark, I heard you'd like to open an Italian restaurant in London?"

"There is this idea. But you also know it's not easy. I'm still raising money. ”

That's true.

If you want to open a good Italian restaurant in London, you need more than half a star. The price of land in London is among the highest in the world. Even if it's renting a house, it's quite high. Mark Halsey didn't make any money as a referee, he made it from his hometown Italian restaurant.

"Mark, or the two of us work together. I also contribute a fund. ”

"Really?"

Halsey knew that Jack was a big donor. Although Jack himself does not make money, Jack's father is rich. With Jack on board, opening an Italian restaurant will never be a problem in terms of money.

"Of course. I also want to make some money. ”

Making money is definitely not on Jack's radar. Jack just wants to be able to manage the relationship with Halsey, and the relationship of interest is the best way to strengthen the relationship between the two parties.

Although Halsey has just become a Premier League referee for a short time, he should not be underestimated in terms of qualifications and connections. And Halsey has a good personality, and Jack is willing to continue to deal with him.

The two of them chatted, both waiting for time. Jack made the right decision. After about ten minutes, the rainstorm slowly ended, and then it began to rain lightly.

Upton Park's drainage system is pretty good. Today was just a bit of a surprise, and when the rainstorm slowly subsided, the water on the stadium soon disappeared.

Although the turf was still wet, Jack thought he could still play after reading it.

So after the game dragged on for forty minutes, Jack called the game started.