The Most FEARED and Legendary Referee Of All Time - Pierluigi Collina 

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The fact that a referee gets his own episode, that it doesn't feel out of place, and that we all clicked is a testament to the legend of this man

This guy was a human VAR back then, absolute legend

The only man who had VAR in his eyes.

The bald head. The eyes. The man. The respect of whole world. Pierluigi Collina. The Legend.

He commanded respect by his excellent performance and near perfect decisions. There will be no other like him. VAR will be redundant if all referees had his talent and abilities.

The only referee to make the cover of a football game. Colina is the true GOAT of referees. Refused to give in to corruption and stayed true to his character and integrity.

This dude cemented an image in every football fan's mind- The ideal refree! Fair, funny and friendly until you cross the line with him. The way he always stood his ground made us believe that while life may not be fair, as long as the big bald headed gentle Giant was on the field, the game would be!❣️

I don't follow football, but looking at the footage, I can tell that Collina is a man who can transition from friendly and charismatic one minute, to utterly terrifying and intimidating the next. That is talent.

Me and my brother used to call him "Big Eyed Ref" because he saw everything. Legends don't always have to be players or managers!

"Seemed like a dragon ball character that had reached his final form!" I love that quote

When me and my brother watched Euro we were stunned with his preciseness, brutal honesty. It felt like he would literally die for playing the game by the rules . Pierluigi gave goosebumps to us kids like some kind of ancient gatekeeper, all-seeing mastermind.

Absolutely the best ref ever, reffing the game at its peak. Managing hard players, not the rubbish we call football today.

As a german, i remember him the most for being the referee of the 2002 final between germany and brazil. Lots of times, world cup finals are very heated affairs and lots of people can lose their cool and even referees can be overwhelmed by that. But Collina did such an amazing Job in that game, probably making it one of the fairest World Cup Finals ever.

The fact that he hasn't officiated football match for years now and people still call him one of the greatest referees of all time shows the impact he had on the football world. Still to this day I don't think there was as great and respected referee as he was.

The fact that Collina is still known to this day as GOAT referee after 15 years from his resignations tells a lot about how much he left an impact on football He gave exposure to a role not many young guys thinks they want to play, I mean kids always dream to be Cristiano Ronaldo, but when he was around I knew lot of kids that wanted to be like Collina. It's sad that after him not many others became quite as impactful, with all respect for Frank de Bleeckere, Howard Webb and Markus Merk that I still remember to this day for being very good on their job.

He definietly deserves his place between the biggest legends of football! Such a refree, such a man.

I used to call him Agent 47. A hitman on the pitch. Brutal. I wouldn't be surprised if there is a statue/monument of Collina coz there isn't another like him.

This guy earned my respect from the day when he just look dead straight to gattuso genero's eyes back in milan derby and said "dont fuck with me gattuso, if i start your career ends right away. You will do as i command here". Gattuso didn't had the balls to have a reply 🥰🥰

The first time I saw Colina in a match,he scared the hell out of me with his look.But watching him doing his job, he made me watching matches just because of him.RESPECT.

i recently got into football the past 2 years and never heard of him. But i think the biggest takeaway was the fact he could not be bribed, i heard of the scandal before but the fact he probably knew his colleagues were taking bribes and he stood his ground is truthfully insane in terms of human nature. What a model of a man

"Every time he looked at you, you expected a red card, unless he smiled in which case you expected a yellow card."

Loved this ref always honest without choosing sides He earned the respect of every single player He deserved a statue

Now that's a football legend! You don't have to be a player in a sport to command respect and acceptance. You only need to have integrity, love, dedication and honesty. Hats off to mr. collina & thanks for the video...I never would of known his background otherwise.

This man is the definition of peak football, a just but also fair individual with a mindset of having the best outcome for players and the match itself for the fans, a true legend of the sport

He’s such a good referee… Every game that i watched with him in it, he would make very good calls.. he was barely wrong. Best ref ever imo

My wife does not know anything about football and hardly watch any match except a few of those world cup final and yet she knows who is Peirluigi. This is how legendary he was.

Very respectful and honorable human being, we as a fans of him miss him forever! May God bless him! Long live Mr. Collina!

Gave me chills when you told that he did his homework about which team and players are up against eachother and stuff they could do. I didn't know that and offcourse that makes him a better referee. He knows where to keep an eye more frequently. Subbed

VAR: We'd like you to have another look at an earlier incident. Collina: I have already made my decision. VAR: OK, thanks, bro. Carry on.

This is the best referee in the game of football, a true legend

Never knew his name.. But only rem his face from 2002 WC final.... And some more matches.. May be only refree I can recognize...

ABSOLUTE LEGEND. THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER COLLINA EVER !!!! PROFESSOR AND A VAR IN ONE

In the world of sports, there are a lot of disputes regarding the G.O.A.T. status. When it comes to football refereeing - it is undisputed! Collina is the G.O.A.T.!

Happy Birthday to the legendary Pierluigi Collina, who turns 62 years today. ❤️ ➡️ The only referee who had the VAR in his eyes.

Weird...was thinking of this referee few days ago and suddenly RU-vid randomly recommend this and popped on my screen. Respect to this man, every time i watched finals and he became refreee..no players in the field wanted to try to mess with him.

"get up and keep fighting, there are still 20 seconds left on the clock". Just lovin' it

I remembered him in pes such a legendary refree . Also i didn't see this topic any other place. Nice video I loved it

Collina just held the ultimate respect of the players, each and every game, even when tempers flared. Arguably the best ref of all time

he seemed to be the epitome of a professional referee and imo should be held as the standard

This is a fascinating bit of sporting history, thank you for creating a video that presents it in such a clear way

I would love to see a ‘lazio Pistols’ video. Sound very interesting and cool. Amazing video BTW!

All we could add is that he was never afraid of taking decisions. Especially on the pitch. I miss refferees like him. He was so ruthless and in the meantime so nice. I remember he officiated a game between Bulgaria - my homeland - and Belgium. The game was an Euro 2004 qualifier and was a crucial clash in the group. Bulgaria had 9(!) of their best players - especially Peev, Paĝin, Kirilov, Chilikov, Martin Petrov and Berbatov - with heavy injuries and right back Kishishev (who also feuded with the coach and left for a while) and striker Jankovic were banned for having received too many cards, while cruical midfielder Marian Hristov had just recovered from a broken leg and wasn't 100% fit too. In the end Peev and Berbatov were given injections, so they could play about 60 minutes. Bulgaria really was intimidated by the injury crisis and the fact Colina was to officiate the match. But he showed the players there was nothing that much to be afraid of. A Stiliyan Petrov own goal put Belgium in front right before half-time. In the second half Peev crossed to Berbatov for the equalizer. A few minutes later van Buyten converted a cross from a free kick, but in the 68th minute Bulgaria were awarded a penalty that substitute Todorov (who replaced the exhausted Berbatov) converted for 2-2. That penalty would have been missed by a lot of referees, but not Colina. Most would have said van Buyten simply smashed Manchev, because of their size difference. Not for Pierluigi though. After the game he congratulated the Bulgarian team for the fighting spirit, despite the obvious injury crisis.

I am not in the field with you, you are in the field with me - Pierlugi

Pierluigi Collina is without ANY doubt the best Referee to ever live!

The definition of Self Actualization is right here! Its a shame you couldn't do your usual mark ups like 10/10 for integrity 10/10 for Icon Status 10/10 for Respect of his clients and so forth. Just a thought!!! Another masterclass mate thank you

Here in Nigeria we always remember his last name Collina and the name sounds fair play to us.

Great Vid. I grew up watching so much European and International Football during his career. In the UK we could watch matches every week from Serie A. It was just as exciting to know he was refereeing as it was see the great games and players every week. You knew the game would be refereed perfectly. no other referee could control every game and every player so consistently.

he is the definition of respect, professionalism, and passion

Wonderful, wonderful job. I doubt anyone but you thought about making a video about Collina. It is fascinating how one man who's not a player became a football superstar without playing for a team!

Great documentary mate, about a great legend of the football business 🙋🏽🌶️🥂🙏🏽!

He was the only referee I've ever remembered. He refereed the 2002 World Cup final and I remember his distinctive bald head and eyes. That was a great match as well

Your videos and documentary's on almost all my growing up legendary players since 71 great

Not only was his decision making superb. He handled a totally different type of players. Players in the 90s were something else, compared to the twitteraties of today.

As Dutch I saw a lot of games of him and always had a laugh about his eyes players couldnt avoid. The best if I may say. No wonder he is/was head of FIFA referees. Great story.

Thank you for honoring the man! Phantomas referee, awesome guy, won't ever forget his commanding presence on the pitch, great times.

I still remember the time of 2002 world cup. It was my first world cup where i start to understand the game. He is the only referee whom I still remember even my mom who doesn’t follow game she still can recognise this guy...

Integrity pays simple. One love man from Darlington Ekweogu in Johannesburg South Africa.

The Very Best Ever. ... I always enjoyed watching him distributing yellow cards to Klinsman and others who attempted to decieve by diving.

First time in a while I watched a full video! Says a lot about him 👏🏼

When a ref is one of the most recognized figures in football for all the right reasons u just know how great of a figure he rly is

I wouldn't say feared, more like extremely respected and no bullshit attitude Very well done video :)

He is the only football legend whose role is referee 👍

Seeing this man do his job and speaking on topics... I don't know if I should cry or feel ultimate shame.

in 2002 I watched the world cup with my mum and this was the first time, I saw Mr Collina in TV. My mum always giggled a bit when he was the referee in the match, because she knew what he was able to do. He was somehow funny with his gestures and mimic but also fearless, the most strict man when it came to rules and he had an aura that some players were afraid. Great biopic. When I heard the line that the UEFA lifted the max age for referees for him, I choked up. ;`) such a humble and complete ref.

I remember him. He was the default choice for every major final, unless Italy was in it

He is the only ref that I can say was perfect. I was really sad when he retired. I don’t think any other ref can ever come up to the love he got from football fans. GOAT!!!

I remember watching him in the early 90’s in Italy and you knew he was going to go far.

Thanks for making such videos,i appreciate that very much/ Reff that became the legend! 100% respect to that person and you who made this vid

Absolutely beautiful man....absolutely beautiful referee...and absolutely brilliant commentary....keep making these absolutely excellent videos. Thank you man, and....Bless God Continually!!!

@Daily Dose of Football you deserve every accolade in sporting documentaries. Very well done. Colina was The Best referee ever.

Not just all referees should be like Collina. If everyone was as upstanding and excellent as this guy the whole world would be a better place.

Incredible stories like this need to be shared. I would say you should make whatever videos you want because you have an eye for stories that earned the right to be heard.

Collina made refereeing look easy and only had to give a player the stare to shut them up .A great Referee ..😸

First time I've ever heard of him and I already admire the guy.

Today's players act like kids , We need Collina now more than ever.

He was so good in making right decisions... another level.

Outstanding Video, Brother! 👍 (as always) Now waiting for 2 more.. 1] Lazio Pistols 2] Luciano Moggi.

Undoubtably the greatest referee of all time

I've never been into football, hell my only experience with football was playing it at school, hating it and never ever giving it another chance. I've been more of a hockey type of person, but one thing must be set clear. This man clearly deserves what he has, referees in general are mostly overlooked, yet they are one of the most important ingredients in any sport where a referee needs to be. Really well made video and to think of that a referee makes it onto a cover of a football game? Only speaks volume of what a absolute class he must be at his job!

Bro...you do such a good job on these videos, you're a natural. Thank you 👏

A video on the pistols would be fantastic. Especially for those that enjoy learning about team's history.

A man who respected the game over teams, money, and fame. That respect made him infamous.

Pierluigi Collina 🙏🏾. Brings back memories when mention his name. Legend. ✌🏾

His mere image brings a smile on my face, absolute legend 🔥

THE refereeing icon - always such a unique & powerful presence. You never forget him.

Really enjoyed that, thank you.

I've never seen a football match but even so i watched this intresting video from start to end. His name is that legendary

As always great video mate ! It would be great if you could make a video of Dr.Talimeren Ao A.K.A Dr.T.Ao of India , though he's not well known internationally but for us India he's a legend and also it will be hard to find video footages of his games but we'll be so honoured if u could even make a short video about him ! 🙂

Collina is an excellent subject, looking forward to watching.

Great job, and yes two videos on all of the topics you wanted in the questions that you asked if you should do a video for whichever!!!;

I know it´s a year too late, and I honestly haven´t done my research if u made a video about it or not, but as an Italian, an INTER fan and a football fan, i would love that video about the ganster/lazio thing u mentioned! Sounds like a "domestic problem" as we like to say! Great content as always, binging this channel dry!!! Keep up the awesome work!

A legend, passionate for football.

I've always been seeing this face in many legendary football video clips on RU-vid over the years. He has an unforgettable face. Today, I've finally known his name, Collina a.k.a Kojak!

Excellent video, very entertaining. Thank you.

Thanks for the video, it's very useful and I like your voice too :D

Instead of becoming an average footballer, he chose to become a legend as a referee!

Back in the day I always used to think the world cup trophy represented his head 😅😂

Huge respect to this amazing man 👍

I am not a fan of football/soccer at all. I enjoy playing with friends but nothing else. Still, you made want to watch this video and enjoyed it. Never thought something football related would possibly make me watch a 14min video about it. Keep on going :)