An umpire is an official in the sport of Australian rules football who enforces the rules as outlined in the "Laws of the Game", the official handbook of Australian Rules Football. Umpiring across all levels the AFL (professional, amateur or juniors) has a long history of abuse. In recent years, the AFL has taken steps to address and reduce this issue.
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AFL Goal Umpire guarding the southern end of ANZ Stadium, 30/3/2013
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The goal umpire signals a goal with two white flags, while the field umpire makes his way back to th...
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Boundary umpire throw in during the AFL round twelve match between Carlton and Greater Western Sydne...
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Illustration of a Carlton v. South Melbourne Australian Australian rules football match
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Matt Nicholls signalling a holding the ball decision during the AFL round two match between Hawthorn...
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Statue by Louis Laumen at the Melbourne Cricket Ground of Tom Wills umpiring the first recorded matc...