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Wolverhampton Wanderers v Sunderland AFC 3pm Match Thread

I agree that pulling hair *CAN* be violent conduct. A bit like and elbow to the head, it’s not always though. Sometimes it’s accidental.

However unlike elbows, there seems to be a new rule that says ANY touching of hair is violent.

It’s f***ing mental.
That’s the issue with it like. It can’t be black or white
 

Tie it up, no advantage for any grapples around the shoulder area.

Leave it down, more chance of accidental hair pulls and red cards for the opposition.

That's how I've interpreted it.
In which case they aren't seeking to use their hair as an advantage. That implies deliberate action.

I can see sense in making them tie it up tbf. Or make every player shave their head.
 
I agree that pulling hair *CAN* be violent conduct. A bit like and elbow to the head, it’s not always though. Sometimes it’s accidental.

However unlike elbows, there seems to be a new rule that says ANY touching of hair is violent.

It’s f***ing mental.

There was a fuss specifically about hair-pulling, resulting in a new ruling just over a week ago. Stupid as the ruling is, Ballard will have known about it.

 
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