What is the story about: Referee, 15, fears abuse will drive others away?

The Football Association says young referees deserve respect amid verbal abuse concerns.

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The Football Association says young referees deserve respect amid verbal abuse concerns.

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Bias Comparison — Referee, 15, fears abuse will drive others away

Media Spectrum

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Top Framing Differences

Left: Coverage gap: Currently unaddressed by verified outlets on this side of the spectrum.
Center: Coverage gap: Currently unaddressed by verified outlets on this side of the spectrum.
Right: The Football Association says young referees deserve respect amid verbal abuse concerns.

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Coverage blindspot: Reporting on this development is currently concentrated in other segments of the media landscape.

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Right-leaning desks have 1 source on "Referee, 15, fears abuse will drive others away"; additional angles may appear as coverage expands.

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Timeline of this story

14m agoYahoo: The Football Association says young referees deserve respect amid verbal abuse concerns.

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