FA OBSERVER REPORT
LEVEL 4W-3W
Report Overview
Competition:
Teams:
vs
Date (Kick-Off):
Venue:
Match Official
Referee:
Observer:
Section 1: Referee
Section 1 - Application of Law
Performance Criteria Skill 0-6
More than 1
Major Dev 		6.5
Major Dev 		7.0
Expected 		7.5
Above
Standard
Expected 		8.0
Out
standing 		8.5-10
Challenging
Situations
1.1 Correct identification of 'Match Changing
situations and offences along with correct and
consistent Application of Law
1.2 Consistent and credible disciplinary sanctions,
meeting the needs of the game and player
management; whilst demonstrating effective
cautioning techniques
1.3 Demonstrates awareness of when appropriate
to use the range of management techniques
available before resorting to formal disciplinary
action i.e., STEP process
1.4 Provides leadership to ensure that Technical
Area/touchline occupants behave responsibly and
in accordance with the Laws of the Game and
competition rules
Section 2 - Decision Making Accuracy
Performance Criteria Skill 0-6
More than 1
Major Dev 		6.5
Major Dev 		7.0
Expected 		7.5
Above
Standard
Expected 		8.0
Out
standing 		8.5-10
Challenging
Situations
2.1 Consistent and credible recognition of
Careless and Reckless challfvenges (Including
Simulation)
2.2 Correct recognition and application of the
Advantage clause in accordance with the Laws of
the Game. E.g. – when the non-offending team
have a clear and immediate attacking opportunity,
or a clear benefit over the offending team.
2.3 Any other situation (which has not been
included in either section 1.1 or 1.2) where Law
has been applied correctly/incorrectly.
Section 3 - Match Control
Performance Criteria Skill 0-6
More than 1
Major Dev 		6.5
Major Dev 		7.0
Expected 		7.5
Above
Standard
Expected 		8.0
Out
standing 		8.5-10
Challenging
Situations
3.1 Identifies and works with players,
not necessarily the captains should conflict arise,
managing player frustrations
3.2 Displays empathy for the game, recognising
potential threats and minimises misconduct
through effective management. Adapts refereeing
style and management to suit game situation/s i.e.
temperature, player attitudes, score-lines, match
demands, etc.
3.3 Effective management of misconduct should it
occur, including mass confrontation. This includes
using advice from other match officials (where
appropriate) to ensure correct formal disciplinary
action and re-start of play
3.4 Management of player injury; players leaving
the field of play. Ensuring a safe and sensible
return to the field of play, making sure that they
have no clear impact on active play
3.5 Effective management of all restarts;
particularly attacking free kicks and penalty kicks;
in accordance with The Laws of the Game.
Section 4 - Positioning, Fitness & Work Rate
Performance Criteria Skill 0-6
More than 1
Major Dev 		6.5
Major Dev 		7.0
Expected 		7.5
Above
Standard
Expected 		8.0
Out
standing 		8.5-10
Challenging
Situations
4.1 Demonstrates high levels of work rate,
appropriate running including sprinting, moves
effectively to obtain optimum viewing angles, works
physically hard for entire duration of game
4.2 Achieves a credible distance from play without
impacting play and without invading player’s
space. Demonstrates the ability to be within
proximity of play.
4.3 Can demonstrate an awareness of those
situations which may lead to a Match Changing
Situation and move into a credible position.
Section 5 - Communication & Teamwork
Performance Criteria Skill 0-6
More than 1
Major Dev 		6.5
Major Dev 		7.0
Expected 		7.5
Above
Standard
Expected 		8.0
Out
standing 		8.5-10
Challenging
Situations
5.1 Effective, clear, and approved signals; use of
voice and whistle, arm signals etc.
5.2 Develops and maintains approachable
relationships, receptive to appropriate level of
interaction with players and staff without threat to
match control and/or authority
5.3 Displays professionalism, self-control; calm but
assertive body language that demonstrates
authority and confidence, but not arrogance
5.4 Works effectively with assistant referees
(club/neutral) including eye contact, recognising
when to facilitate face-to-face dialogue. Provide
support when appropriate.
Marks Breakdown
Section Performance Criteria Skill Mark Weighting Total
1 Application of Law X 6.0 each
2 Decision Making Accuracy X 6.0 each
3 Match Control X 5.0 each
4 Positioning, Fitness & Work Rate X 5.0 each
5 Communication & Teamwork X 4.5 each
Total
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