Directives (5)

5. Tunnel Experiment
2008/09 Directives

At the conclusion of each half of the game the fourth official moves from the Technical Area continuing to monitor the behavior of the players on the field of play and takes up a position at the rear end of the tunnel. The Assistant Referees nearest the entrance to the field of play also continues to monitor players on the field whilst he moves to take up a position at the head of the tunnel. Players and officials are closely monitored has they move towards their respective dressing rooms.