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Jamie Carragher observed one event during the Nottingham Forest game that warrants a revision to the regulation going forward.
Following the Nottingham Forest vs. Newcastle affair, Jamie Carragher demands a modification to the rules.
Tino Livramento was knocked down once, which meant he was unable to assist his team in defending against the oncoming attack because he was required to leave the pitch.
Jamie Carragher was eager to demand a rule change because he felt that this gave the attacking team an unfair edge.
Here is what Carragher had to say while speaking on Sky Sports (as reported by Caught Offside).
“It’s worth looking at the way that rule is now structured. Livramento ought to have had a free kick, after all, he’s been hit hard there.
“Livramento is unable to defend Nottingham Forest’s free kick. In reality, they are down to ten guys. That must be altered. There is no truth to that.
Should the rules be changed in light of this?
The debate comes down to finding a middle ground. While Carragher makes a valid point about the fairness of the situation, especially when a team is down to 10 players momentarily, there are risks to overhauling the current rule. The rule as it stands prioritizes player safety but could be restructured to minimize the unfair advantage of having a player temporarily off the pitch. However, any changes should be implemented carefully, considering the potential for abuse.
