Rugby World’s head of referees Joel Jutge says Pascal Gauzere spoke to him about “two unfortunate events that were not simple to manage” in Wales’ win in Cardiff; Eddie Jones said Wales had received points they did not “deserve”, but England chose not to file a formal complaint to World Rugby.
Last updated: 01/03/21 4:12 pm
Pascal Gauzere has admitted he made mistakes when England lost all six countries to Wales
Referee Pascal Gauzere has admitted he made mistakes in England’s 40-24 Guinness Six Nations loss to Wales on Saturday.
Gauzere has spoken to World Rugby match chief Joel Jutge about “two unfortunate incidents” when Eddie Jones’ team saw their title defense end at Principality Stadium.
The French official made two controversial attempts in the first half that allowed the guests to bring power into a 17-6 lead.
For opener Josh Adams, Gauzere asked England captain Owen Farrell to talk to his team about their control, and when the Frenchman did not have time to organize England, let Dan Biggar pick up the cross from which Wales divided.
Josh Adams of Wales is diving for his side’s first attempt against England
A second attempt at the half-hour mark, scored by Liam Williams, also sparked debate as Louis Rees-Zammit appeared to be hitting him during the build-up.
“I think we need to be transparent and instead of letting things get worse, we should say what we think,” Jutge said. Midi Olympique.
“In that game, there were two unfortunate incidents that were not simple to manage. Pascal Gauzere admitted so much to himself on the phone to me on Sunday morning.
“From the moment the referee says ‘time ahead’, the game can be restarted, but it was up to him to make sure that England had enough time to reorganize themselves because he was the one who ask the captain to speak to his players. “
Wales win Six Nations Triple Crown after defeating England at Principality Stadium
On the second score, Jutge said: “The Welsh player’s ball was out of control and he fell on his thigh. This idea of losing control is not reflected in current laws. , which is why the situation is right for him. It ‘s the truth. If it had been blown up for that, no one would have a problem with it. “
“This is one of the weird effects of TMO, because sometimes it seems like looking at too many things under the microscope,” Jutge continued. “You have to strike the right balance and a simple decision with common sense would be appropriate in this case.
“There was a loss of control and the ball went on, so it was a knock. Pascal looked back on Sunday morning and he was the first person to admit that.
“This will take nothing away from the fact that he is still an excellent international referee.”
Jones said after the game that Wales had scored “maybe they don’t deserve” points, but England chose not to file a formal complaint to World Rugby over both attempts, and they were eventually beaten despite what happened – the former was described by former captain Martin Johnson as “terribly horrible”.
Wales won the Triple Crown with the victory of the Principality Stadium, and kept their Grand Slam hopes on course ahead of games against Italy and France.