Plymouth Argyle coach Tom Cleverley considers contacting referees over officiating

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Plymouth Argyle coach Tom Cleverley considers contacting referees over officiating
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Plymouth Argyle head coach Tom Cleverley is considering formal discussions with refereeing authorities following several contentious officiating decisions. Despite a 3-2 victory against Doncaster Rovers on Saturday in League One, Cleverley expressed frustration regarding a disallowed goal from Bim Pepple and a penalty awarded against Matty Sorinola. The head coach noted that a recurring pattern of game-affecting calls against his team, including incidents at Wycombe and Stockport, prompted his concerns. While he praised the character and work rate of his players at Doncaster Rovers, he emphasized that the frequency of these calls is becoming problematic. Plymouth Argyle currently sits one point outside the play-off positions in the league standings after five matches. Cleverley indicated that he intends to address the officiating trend to ensure future games are not impacted by what he perceives as inconsistent decision-making.

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  • Plymouth Argyle secured a 3-2 win against Doncaster Rovers on Saturday.
  • Tom Cleverley expressed dissatisfaction with an offside ruling and a second-half penalty call.
  • The club has recorded two wins and two losses in its first five League One matches.
  • Bim Pepple and Caleb Watts scored for Plymouth Argyle in the final 16 minutes.
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Plymouth Argyle head coach Tom Cleverley may discuss decisions which have gone against his side with the refereeing authorities.

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