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Rob Hennessy, a thirty-five-year-old referee from Limerick, navigated a heated Dublin derby between Shelbourne and Shamrock Rovers, ending in a two-two draw. The match was marked by controversy when Hennessys assistant, Dermot Broughton, radioed that a cross stayed in play, leading to Shelbournes second goal. The incident sparked debate, with Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley calling it horrendous. Hennessy, who works with a tight-knit team of assistants, admitted he would review the call later. The first half was tense, with three yellow cards issued in a minute, but things calmed down after halftime. Hennessy reflected on managing the mood shift and the role of video assistant referee in helping professionals move past errors. Despite the heat referees face, from fan abuse to hostility at grassroots levels, Hennessy is pushing for referee development in Ireland while aiming for elite status and potential World Cup games.

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