Referee Calls for Realistic Expectations

Premier League referee Anthony Taylor has criticized the “expectation of perfection” culture in officiating, revealing that his family no longer attends his matches due to the abuse he endures, particularly following the 2023 Europa League final. Despite his concerns about the negative impact of football’s “win-at-all-costs” mentality on referees’ mental health, he still considers officiating at the top level one of the best jobs in the world.

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