Diamond calls for ‘accountability’ after landing six-match ban
Newcastle Falcons head coach Steve Diamond before the Gallagher Premiership match at Kingston Park, Newcastle upon Tyne. Picture date: Saturday December 21, 2024
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NEWCASTLE director of rugby Steve Diamond has called for more accountability in refereeing decisions after receiving a six-match ban for verbal abuse towards match officials.
Diamond appeared before an independent disciplinary panel and was given the suspension after admitting the charge, which took place during Falcons’ 17-15 Premiership defeat to Exeter.
A controversial finish saw Greg Fisilau’s try snatch a last-minute victory and Diamond was unhappy after feeling there was an illegal clear-out ruck in the build-up to the game-winning score.
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