With issues from the grassroots to the professional game, Mr Collina is concerned the hatred aimed at referees is the "cancer that could kill football". The Italian, who presided over the 2002 ...

Collina told Sky TV that the problem exists from the grassroots and youth football to the professional level where clubs and coaches are also questioning the integrity of referees. "It was never easy.

With issues from the grassroots to the professional game, Mr Collina is concerned the hatred aimed at referees is the "cancer that could kill football". The Italian, who presided over the 2002 World ...