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BBC Sport Investigates Claims of Mike Dean Playing Mini-Games During Matches
WHY IT MATTERS
The article clarifies the record on a prominent referee, helping to prevent misinformation and maintain confidence in the integrity of officiating in the Premier League.
What happened
BBC Sport has examined the evidence surrounding claims that former Premier League referee Mike Dean used to play mini-games during matches. The article notes that Dean has publicly stated he always applied the laws of the game.
While the investigation looked into the alleged incidents, it does not confirm any evidence of such games occurring.
The piece serves to address the question posed by fans and media alike, offering a clear view of the facts as presented by the referee and the evidence reviewed by the broadcaster.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Dean says he always applied laws - but which matches did he play games in?
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