Watch: Robben plays ref, sees yellow
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Arjen Robben, taking officiating into his own hands (or feet). He was booked. pic.twitter.com/ZykEj01uxs
— Alex Chaffer (@AlexChaffer) April 26, 2017
It would appear Arjen Robben has found a side job moonlighting as a referee.
With Borussia Dortmund's Raphael Guerreiro set to take a free-kick during Wednesday's DFB-Pokal semi-final at the Allianz Arena, Robben decided to assist match official Manuel Grafe by counting out the 10 yards.
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Robben was promptly shown yellow for his measured efforts, as Dortmund advances to play Eintracht Frankfurt in the final courtesy of a 3-2 come-from-behind win.
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