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Heir to throne, ref on field: William's day on football pitch

In a move to boost diversity in football, Prince William took to the field — not to play, but to learn the role of a referee during a training session.

12/03/2025

Poland

Champions League referees detained after allegedly stealing road sign

The Polish Football Federation said it will terminate the contracts of both referees if the claims are confirmed.

07/08/2024

Europe News

Juventus axe Allegri over ref flare-up in Italian Cup final

The Italian club issued a statement saying Massimiliano Allegri’s conduct “was not in line with Juventus’ values”.

17/05/2024

Culture news

Referee shows a white card for the first time in football history

History created: A 'White Card' was used for the first time ever in a professional football game. But what does it mean?

25/01/2023

Culture news

First all-female referee team to take charge at men's World Cup game

French referee Stephanie Frappart, along with Neuza Back and Karen Diaz Medina, will make World Cup history when they step onto the pitch ahead of the crucial Group E game between Germany and Costa Rica

01/12/2022

Sport

New women's football season to begin after deal ends referees' strike

Match officials had been protesting against their "working and economic conditions".

15/09/2022

Football Now

FIFA World Cup 2022: A record-breaking tournament for penalties?

In partnership with Media City

The implementation of VAR contributed to the high number of penalties at the FIFA World Cup in 2018. Could we see even more four years later?

18/08/2022

Football Now

FIFA World Cup 2022: A Groundbreaking Tournament for Referees

In partnership with Media City

A Winter World Cup and the first to feature women referees. Technology will be in greater use too - but will the officials continue to make headlines?

14/07/2022