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REFEREE Simon Hooper had to be substituted after sustaining an injury during Liverpool’s match against Brentford.
Liverpool was behind the Bees after Dango Ouattara and Kevin Schade had put Brentford ahead 2-1.
After Milos Kerkez scored just before halftime, Brentford fans booed Hooper for taking longer than anticipated to signal the end of the first half.
Referee Simon Hooper had to be substituted after an injury during Brentford vs LiverpoolCredit: Getty
He was quickly replaced by fourth official Tim Robinson for the second halfCredit: Reuters
Hooper had to be withdrawn for the second half due to ongoing issues, leading to fourth official Tim Robinson taking over his duties.
As a result, Hooper switched roles with Robinson and served as the fourth official for the remainder of the match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What caused Simon Hooper's injury during the match?
The specific cause of Simon Hooper's injury has not been detailed, but it occurred during the first half of the match.
Who replaced Simon Hooper as the referee?
Tim Robinson, the fourth official, replaced Simon Hooper for the second half of the match.
What happened to Simon Hooper after his injury?
After his injury, Simon Hooper became the fourth official for the remainder of the game while Tim Robinson took over as the main referee.
