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2026 J3 League Matchweek 10 Roasso Kumamoto vs Ehime FC

[Advantage] The referee allows a promising attack to continue after a late tackle

An original analysis of real match footage.

Final Decision

Advantage

Excellent decision

An Ehime FC player was brought down by a late tackle while breaking through on the left. The referee played advantage, Ehime kept possession and continued the attack, and the goal stood.

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How the footage and Laws apply

The referee's judgement in allowing the attack to continue after the foul is the highlight of this scene. The loose ball ran into space, but it was unclear whether it would cross the touchline or be reached first by a Kumamoto defender. A second Ehime player was arriving at speed from behind. It appears the referee anticipated that this player could gain control and therefore applied advantage. Waiting to see how the move developed, rather than stopping it immediately, allowed the attack to end in a goal. This was an excellent decision.

Relevant Laws

Law 5 – The Referee (Advantage) / Law 12 – Fouls and Misconduct

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