Exclusive: Keith Hackett reacts to Portsmouth v Watford controversy
Portsmouth took full advantage of playing against 10 men for the bulk of their game against Watford. The Blues sealed their status in the second…
Keith Hackett
We are delighted to welcome Keith Hackett, one of the top 100 referees of all time, as our new columnist. Keith's refereeing career spanned over 19 years as he officiated in the Football League and Premier League and was FIFA listed for 10 years. From FA Cup finals to the European Championships and the from the PGMOL to writing books, it's harder to find anyone who knows more about refereeing than Keith.
Articles by Keith Hackett
Keith Hackett reacts to contentious decision in Norwich City v Portsmouth
Portsmouth recorded an outstanding 5-3 victory away at Norwich City, but there were some contentious decisions. Pompey ran riot at Carrow Road as striker Colby…
Fratton Park ‘could face closure’ over Portsmouth fan incident v Derby County
Portsmouth are awaiting the findings of an ongoing investigation into a supporter incident at Fratton Park last weekend. Pompey and Derby County played out a…
Keith Hackett reacts to Matt Ritchie incident in Portsmouth v Derby – ‘Careless’
Portsmouth fans were put through the wringer on Saturday as they played out a 2-2 draw with Derby County at Fratton Park. All four goals…
Keith Hackett reacts to major controversy in Coventry v Portsmouth
Frank Lampard was fuming in the first half of Coventry’s Championship clash against Portsmouth at the CBS Arena on Wednesday night. Tatsuhiro Sakamoto’s attempted shot…
‘FA could hit Millwall with total stadium ban’ after alleged Portsmouth incident
Millwall could be forced to play inside an empty stadium after allegations were made after their 2-1 win over Portsmouth on Saturday. Alex Neil’s side…
Mousinho allegation to be ‘investigated by police’ after Millwall incident – Exclusive
Millwall’s win over Portsmouth on Saturday could be marred by a police investigation. The Den erupted in the 87th minute when Mihailo Ivanovic scored his…
Keith Hackett reacts to Preston v Portsmouth controversy – Exclusive
Portsmouth lost 2-1 to Preston North End on Saturday in a game containing both late goals and even later controversy. John Mousinho’s side have suffered…
Keith Hackett reacts to Portsmouth penalty controversy v Luton – Exclusive
Sam Allison was at the heart of late controversy as Portsmouth fell to a 1-0 defeat against Luton in the Championship on Saturday. Kal Naismith…
Exclusive: Ex-FIFA ref reacts to controversial Portsmouth footage v QPR
Portsmouth beat QPR at Fratton Park on Saturday to make it three wins in three in the Championship but an ex-FIFA referee has weighed in…