
Omar Ponce
Omar Ponce is a former Ecuadorian referee recognized for his contributions to the sport over the last decade. He has recently made headlines for his critical remarks about the leadership and operational procedures within the National Arbitration Commission of the Ecuadorian Football Federation. Ponce has expressed concerns regarding the lack of clear guidelines for referees, particularly in the use of VAR technology, and highlighted the absence of effective communication and training within the commission. His insights reflect ongoing frustrations among players and coaches regarding the quality of refereeing in Ecuadorian football.
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Omar Ponce considered it a tremendous mistake not to apply the changes to the rules in 2025.
Estos son los ocho cambios a las reglas del fútbol que no se aplicarían en el fútbol ecuatoriano en el 2025: ‘Es un error tremendo; las sugerencias de la IFAB son órdenes’ | Campeonato Nacional | DeportesOmar Ponce, considered one of the best referees in Ecuadorian football in the last decade, questioned the procedures managed by the National Commission of Referees.
‘No hay liderazgo en la Comisión Nacional de Arbitraje’, el cuestionamiento de Omar Ponce, exréferi ecuatoriano | Campeonato Nacional | Deportes




