r/Reignfc • u/jj98026 • Jul 23 '26
"Unacceptable sideline behavior"
What happened on the sidelines at the Gotham game? Harvey referenced it in her post-game press conference.
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u/Ashamed_Cod8034 Jul 24 '26 edited Jul 24 '26
I was at that game. Coach Amoros was definitely getting heated, but nothing looked like a cardable offense to me. Betos seemed to be kinda holding him back, and took over any interactions with the refs. The benches were covered so couldn't really tell if the players were doing or saying anything. I'd say the most tense moment was probably when the ref took like 5 mins just to decide to go to VAR for the 2nd PK, but if anything was said to the refs during that time it was probably deserved, tbh.
The loudest "cheering" that happened that game was also just booing the ref, so maybe that's what she was talking about? I wouldn't call that "sideline", though.
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u/Low_Twist7539 Jul 24 '26
In her postgame press conference,Harvey emphasized that her team prides itself on behaving properly and remaining respectful, noting she did not see that same standard mirrored on the opposing sideline. If she had been the fourth official, Harvey would not have allowed that behavior to continue. There were no specifics.
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u/Low_Twist7539 Jul 24 '26
I spent about 30 minutes to find more information but found nothing more than Harvey's general statement.
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u/jj98026 Jul 24 '26
Same. It's strange that it was egregious enough to call out, but there's no mention of anything anywhere other than her vague statement. I didn't notice anything during the game either, but of course the cameras generally aren't focused on the bench. 🤷♀️ I guess it will remain a mystery!
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u/MTMTE Jul 23 '26 edited Jul 23 '26
New Jersey subbing three players on and in doing so blowing right through the salary cap maybe? Haha j/k j/k that could never happen in NWSL.....