2020 Make-Up Matches
No Further Action
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Further Action
08.12.20 DAL-NASH Pickens entering the field of play 32min
Nashville SC Goalkeeper Coach Matt Pickens has been found in violation of the League’s policy regarding Entering the Field of Play. Mr. Pickens will be issued an ‘Official Warning’ for this violation.
Additional Policy Violations
08.12.20 DAL-NSH Cameraman Entering the Field of Play 32min
Broadcast Cameraman on field during hydration breaks in the 31st and 74th minutes. Noted to MLS Broadcast.
08.16.20 DAL-NSH Smith Interacting with Match Officials at Halftime
NSH Head Coach Gary Smith was observed to be interacting with match officials at halftime during the match on 8/16 versus DAL. An Official Warning was issued.
08.12.20 DAL-NSH Match Coordination Meeting
Incorrect time (6:20 PM instead of 6:38) and nomenclature (Roster Exchange) listed on the Pre-Match Timeline. Additionally, the meeting seemed to take place in the hallway outside the locker room. This meeting should be held outside with masks and socially distanced for safety reasons. Noted to MLS Operations.
08.12.20 DAL-NSH Ball Stands
Bench side Ball Stand locations near mid-field were off slightly (too deep and within the technical area lines) and 4th Official Ball should be on the table. Competition followed up with club to clarify.
08.12.20 DAL-NSH Audio Recording Device
Card failure due to a configuration failure. Noted to MLS Operations.
08.12.20 DAL-NSH Fan Incident
Water bottle thrown onto field during national anthem. Noted to MLS Security.
08.12.20 DAL-NSH Locker Room Standardization
No WIFI or WBGT Device in the Match Officials’ locker room. Noted to MLS Operations.
08.12.20 DAL-NSH VAR
VAR and AVAR were not escorted from locker room to VOR and back. They had to walk through public spaces, which had some fans, to get to and from the VOR. Noted to MLS Operations/Security.
08.12.20 DAL-NSH Referee Liaison
DAL incorrectly sourced the local PRO Referee Liaison instead of using their own personnel for this role. Noted to MLS Operations.