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MLS referee in hot water?

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09:40 AM ET 06.27 | The USSF takes issue with MLS referee Jair Marrufo's bizarre water break midway through the first half of Houston's match with Real Salt Lake last weekend. (What is this, an under-11 league?) "The referee incorrectly takes it upon himself to make a personal decision to stop the game to give the players the chance to get water. This is not permitted by the rules of competition and should not have taken place. The decision, which stops the game for approximately 1:24, takes away the rhythm and focus of the teams and creates visible frustration for players and coaches." Everyone seemed shocked when Marrufo stopped the match. It was hot at Robertson Stadium (91 degrees at kickoff), but with the sun fading, not oppressive, according to the players and coaches.

Washington Post