He was on a yellow already right? Was it a straight red or second yellow? Looking at that image there, I can completely see justification for a second yellow (as it stands as a still image)
It was a clear second yellow. Watching live I knew straight away that he was going to get sent off. Stupid late challenge from someone already on a yellow. I do wonder if it was any other player if he'd react the same way.
Was watching this game as a neutral. Had forgotton that Edge (player) was already on a yellow. The moment the foul was blown up I said yellow card under my breath. It was not overly forceful but was late and broke down oppenents passing movement. Red card in isolation, no. Yellow card for points as above, very clear IMHO.
O and the reaction of Edge (coach). Absolutley disgraceful and not at all surprised he was dismissed. Again IMHO young Linney is a very good referee destined for much higher honours. He has a good feel for the game and unlike a lot of referees, is very fit and a very good athlete. Plus, despite what Edge said, he is far from a rookie at this level.
The football authorities should now charge Edge coach with bringing game into disrepute with his media outburst. Referees do not always get it right but on this ocasion he did. To be blasted in a public forum for doing his job properly should have some consequence