Morné Ferreira
Irelandassistant refereeMale4.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Morné Ferreira is a rugby union assistant referee known for officiating at high-level competitions, including the Six Nations. He was in the news for raising his flag during a crucial moment in a match between Ireland and Italy, which led to the disallowance of a try despite replays indicating that the player had not stepped into touch.
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Morné Ferreira was the referee for the match.
Munster lose to Glasgow as all Irish provinces suffer defeats in opening URC games – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2026-09-27
Ireland· 2026-09-27
Morne Ferreira was the referee who made a controversial decision during the match.
Leinster survive three cards to put Dragons to the sword – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-11-29
Ireland· 2025-11-29
Referee Morne Ferreira awarded them a contentious penalty.
Munster left to rue lack of composure as they fall to Glasgow defeat – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-03-21
Ireland· 2025-03-21
Morné Ferreira made a controversial decision regarding a touchline call.
How Ireland came dangerously close to a rare defeat to Italy – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-03-17
Ireland· 2025-03-17
Morné Ferreira raised his flag for a foot in touch, leading to the disallowed try.
Officiating blunder on James Lowe pass led to fraught endgame for Ireland – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-03-15
Ireland· 2025-03-15
