Body language is very important for a referee. It helps you control the match and you can show you authority. But there are things referees need to avoid. Just watch the video belown on YouTube. The referee is constantly walking with his hands in his pocket, which makes him look very odd. But what are good things to do as referee. A few tips by Mark De Cosemo, expert in ‘influentioal communication’: Make strong eye contact when you are speaking to a player. Once you have made a decision, be quick and clear with your flag or hand signals. Talk to players as you expect them to talk to you…