Collina resigns.... or does he? Flap ensuing

[a4l]

Pierluigi Collina, the bald headed referee ffrom Italy, handed in his resignation yesterday because his association with Opal who sponsors AC Milan. This is seen as a conflict of interest. However, The head of Italy's referees refuses to accept his resignation.
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The saga continues.

On a personal note, he is the only referee that I really respect.http://pictureposter.allbrand.nu/thumbcache/user-3156-pic-156.jpg
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[J.R.]

I love that guy. He's probably the second most recoginizable face of european football to North Americans who don't follow the game. I remember one of the first matches I watched had him officiating the game. Funny thing is, I remember him, not the teams that were playing. Hopefully he remains reffing for at least one more World Cup.