Unpopular referee appointed to Arsenal-Liverpool clash
The Premier League have confirmed their match officials for the midweek round of fixtures, including Arsenal’s game against Liverpool.
Anthony Taylor
Name: Anthony Taylor
Origin: Wythenshawe, Manchester, England
Career Highlights
- Started refereeing in the Northern Premier League in 2002.
- Promoted to the National List of Referees in 2006, officiating matches in the Football League.
- Made his Premier League debut in February 2010 (Fulham vs. Portsmouth).
- Selected as a FIFA listed referee in 2013, becoming eligible for international matches.
- Officiated at major international competitions, including the UEFA European Championships and the FIFA World Cup.
- Refereed numerous high-profile domestic matches, including FA Cup Finals (2017, 2020) and the EFL Cup Final (2023)
Refereeing Style:
- Often described as a referee who prefers a stricter interpretation of the laws of the game.
- Known for issuing a higher number of yellow cards compared to some of his Premier League colleagues.
Additional Notes
- Taylor used to full-time as a prison officer.
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