In addition to assisting the timekeeper, the third referee shall:
keep a record of the fi rst fi ve accumulated fouls committed by each team signalled by the referees in each half of the match and place a visible sign on the timekeeper’s table to advertise this fact
keep a record of stoppages in play and the reasons for them
take note of the goalscorers’ numbers
record the names and numbers of any players cautioned or sent
off
monitor the replacement of balls at the request of the referees
if necessary, check the substitutes’ equipment before they enter
the pitch
signal to the referees when an obvious error has been made in
cautioning or ending off a player or if an act of violence has been
committed out of their range of vision. In any case, the referee
shall decide on any facts connected with play
monitor the conduct of those persons seated on the team benches
and inform the referees of any inappropriate behaviour
provide any other information relevant to the game
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