It’s very tricky to know when someone in this match-up is saying something vulgar, because the Brits have some weird ways of saying things.
FIFA officials denied reports that match officials had been given lists of swear words to listen for, but did say proficiency in English was a requirement for referees and assistants working the World Cup.
“We have to learn what kind of words the players say,” Assistant referee Altemir Hausmann said. “All players swear and we know we will hear a few.”
“In this day and age I think it’s important to show the referees some respect,” England captain Steven Gerrard said. “You don’t use any language because then you’ll be booked and the whole team suffers. You don’t want to fall into that trap.
