What action should the referee take if the visiting team’s coach shows his players a video during halftime?

In the context of a soccer match, referees are responsible for ensuring that the game is played within the rules set forth by the governing bodies. When it comes to video usage during halftime, there are no specific rules within the Laws of the Game that prohibit a coach from showing videos to their players during this break. Since halftime is not considered part of the active playing time and the players are allowed to receive coaching and guidance, the referee does not need to take any action in this situation.

While there may be certain rules regarding the use of technology during the match itself, halftime is viewed as an opportunity for teams to regroup and strategize without interruption. Therefore, allowing coaches to use video as a tool for instruction does not constitute an infraction. Taking no action aligns with the understanding that the coach is simply fulfilling their role in preparing their team for the second half.

In contrast, actions such as giving a warning or cautioning the coach imply that there has been a breach of conduct or rules, which is not the case here. Similarly, deactivating the coach from participation would be an unnecessary escalation, as there is no infraction occurring with the video presentation during halftime.