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The striker striker Radamel Falcao says referee Mark Geiger favoured England during the teams' World Cup last-16 tie on Tuesday.
England won after a penalty shootout and Falcao said decisions went against his team throughout the match. "The referee disturbed a lot, in the 50-50 plays, he always made the calls in favor of England," Falcao said. "This situation was undermining us. He did not act with the same criteria for both teams. When in doubt, he always went to the England side. "
Sixth of the eight players have been awarded to a Colombian, and Geiger also awarded England a penalty after Harry Kane was wrestled to the ground. a corner. Falcao believes Geiger's nationality affects its decisions. "I found it peculiar that they put an American referee in this instance," he said. "To tell you the truth, the process leaves a lot of doubts. He spoke some English, some bias was certain. "
Colombia players showed their displeasure with Geiger throughout the match, and they argued with the referee for several minutes after England were awarded their penalty in the second half. One player who did not seem to be hostile to Geiger was Wilmar Barrios. The midfielder lifted his head into Jordan Henderson's jaw during the first half but escaped with a booking rather than a red card. Barrios shook hands with the officials as he walked off at half-time.
Of the 36 fouls called in the game, 23 went against Colombia. Their coach, Jose Pekerman, believes England was just as guilty as Colombia. "We should not only look at Colombian players, people should look at England players," he said. "I wish I was wrong, but I think of the next match England will be much more careful. Today we are on the receiving end of this goal I hope it will not happen again. It's been absolutely obvious, too obvious. "
Geiger had already been criticized from another team at this World Cup. Morocco's Nordin Amrabat alleged that Geiger had asked Portugal's Pepe for a game during a group-stage match. "I do not know what [Geiger] is used to, but he was very impressed by Cristiano [Ronaldo]," Amrabat said. "I've been just told by Pepe that … he asked if he could have his shirt. Come on, man. What are we talking about? We are at the World Cup, not a circus here. "
Fifa later dismissed Amrabat's allegations. "Fifa referees are sous une instructor des points d'engagement avec les relations avec les relations avec les teams à la 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia and it can be confirmed that Mr Geiger has acted in an exemplary and official manner in an official match," said it a statement.
Geiger also refereed Colombia's 3-0 victory over Greece at the 2014 World Cup.
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