De Canio launches ref attack

Rangers' 10-men fall short against the champions

Last updated: 4th May 2008

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De Canio: Not amused

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Luigi De Canio was furious at the performance of referee Paul Taylor during Queens Park Ranger's game with West Brom.

The Rangers boss was left fuming after Martin Rowlands was controversially dismissed for a crunching challenge on Jonathan Greening just 38 minutes into the Loftus Road contest.

With a man advantage the Baggies went on to claim a 2-0 victory, and ultimately the Championship title, while De Canio was left to reflect on a season which saw QPR claim a mid-table finish.

Offended

"We prepared ourselves for a great game so that we could celebrate the end of our season, but I sincerely believe the referee ruined the whole game," he said.

"He demonstrated that he was in no way up to the situation and I'm not only talking about the red card but the whole game. He offended me, he offended the fans and he offended my players.

"I didn't think it was a red card but I'd like to say well done to West Brom. They showed today and throughout the season that they were the best team in the Championship and are worthy winners.

"It would be fantastic to be where West Brom are this time next season. At the moment it is difficult to evaluate how close we are to that, but I consider this season to be extremely positive."