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j52c · 20-12-2007, 15:45

April 1997, when Chesterfield reached the semi-final of the FA Cup, losing to Middlesbrough in a replay following a 3-3 draw at Old Trafford. It turned out to be one of the most controversial games in recent history with Chesterfield having a goal disallowed when referee David Elleray decided the ball had not crossed the goal line from a Jonathan Howard shot, a decision which was later proved incorrect by video replays.
Had the goal stood the club would have progressed to the final of the FA Cup for the first time in its history.

David Ellery also awarded a penalty to Middlesborough during the game, it most certainly was not a penalty.

This was poor refereeing and it still makes me wonder if it was done to prevent a 2nd division club playing in the final.

20-12-2007, 15:45	#7
j52c Inactive Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: next door to my neighbour Posts: 508	Re: Referee's How Pathetic They Are April 1997, when Chesterfield reached the semi-final of the FA Cup, losing to Middlesbrough in a replay following a 3-3 draw at Old Trafford. It turned out to be one of the most controversial games in recent history with Chesterfield having a goal disallowed when referee David Elleray decided the ball had not crossed the goal line from a Jonathan Howard shot, a decision which was later proved incorrect by video replays. Had the goal stood the club would have progressed to the final of the FA Cup for the first time in its history. David Ellery also awarded a penalty to Middlesborough during the game, it most certainly was not a penalty. This was poor refereeing and it still makes me wonder if it was done to prevent a 2nd division club playing in the final.