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LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 15: Referee Anthony Taylor awards a yellow card to Gabriel of Arsenal, before the decision is reversed following a VAR Penalty Review, during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on February 15, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) — (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

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.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 11: Referee, Paul Tierney during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on January 11, 2020 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Controversy looms as referee assigned to Arsenal vs Newcastle grudge match

Dan Critchlow - Feb 23, 2024

Arsenal have learned which referee will take this weekend's match against Newcastle United, with the Gunners out for revenge after perceived injustices in the reverse fixture.

Liverpool's German manager Jurgen Klopp applauds at the end of the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium in London on February 4, 2024. Arsenal wins 3 - 1 against Liverpool. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Jurgen Klopp moans about referee after Arsenal defeat

Lee Hurley - Feb 5, 2024

While Jurgen Klopp acknowledged his side's shortcomings against Arsenal, he couldn't resist taking a swipe at referee Anthony Taylor's officiating.

BURNLEY, ENGLAND - AUGUST 14: Match Referee, David Coote reacts during the Premier League match between Burnley and Brighton & Hove Albion at Turf Moor on August 14, 2021 in Burnley, England. (Photo by Nigel Roddis/Getty Images)

Arsenal vs Liverpool: VAR official faces scrutiny after past penalty mistake

DailyCannon - Feb 4, 2024

David Coote named VAR for Arsenal's critical Premier League showdown with Liverpool, reigniting controversy over a missed penalty call in their previous encounter.

Arsenal's Norwegian midfielder #08 Martin Odegaard (R) reacts after being fouled by Manchester City's Croatian midfielder #08 Mateo Kovacic (C) during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in London on October 8, 2023. (Photo by ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal prepare dossier for PGMOL

DailyCannon - Dec 20, 2023

Arsenal are set to confront PGMOL with a detailed dossier of refereeing complaints following Arteta's critique after the Newcastle match.

Manchester City's Spanish midfielder #16 Rodri reacts as he leaves the pitch having been sent off during the English Premier League football match between Manchester City and Nottingham Forest at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, north west England, on September 23, 2023. (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal boost with Manchester City star’s suspension as Guardiola hits out at ref

DailyCannon - Sep 24, 2023

Manchester City's Rodri faces a three-match ban, missing the high-stakes game against Arsenal. City manager Pep Guardiola criticises not only Rodri but also referee Anthony Taylor.

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 12: Referee Jarred Gillett looks on during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Leicester City at London Stadium on November 12, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Stephen Pond/Getty Images)

Arsenal Manchester United VAR official raises serious questions

Lee Hurley - Sep 3, 2023

Concerns are mounting as Jarred Gillett is set to oversee VAR for Arsenal for the third time in just four matches this season.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 02: Match official Michael Oliver looks on during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Manchester United at Etihad Stadium on October 02, 2022 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s next 3 referees confirmed as Premier League returns

Dan Critchlow - Dec 20, 2022

Michael Oliver will referee Arsenal's first game back against West Ham United, with the Premier League confirming the officials for the next three Gunners games.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JUNE 17: David Luiz of Arsenal receives a red card from match referee Anthony Taylor during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Arsenal FC at Etihad Stadium on June 17, 2020 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Peter Powell/Pool via Getty Images)

Officials for Arsenal vs Tottenham announced

Lee Hurley - Sep 28, 2022

Anthony Taylor will take charge of Arsenal's match against Tottenham while Jarred Gillett is, once again, on VAR for a game at the Emirates.

LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 01: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal lifts the FA Cup Trophy with his team mates after their victory in the Heads Up FA Cup Final match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium on August 01, 2020 in London, England. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in all fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Adam Davy/Pool via Getty Images)

Officials favour Arsenal for a change as they beat Chelsea to win FA Cup

Lee Hurley - Aug 1, 2020

Arsenal beat Chelsea at Wembley on Saturday to lift their 14th FA Cup, showing what they can do with a referee who isn't hellbent on ruining their lives.

Anthony Taylor to referee FA Cup final – penalties incoming

Dan Critchlow - Jul 22, 2020

Anthony Taylor will referee the FA Cup final 2020 between Arsenal and Chelsea, with details of the game released on Wednesday.

Arsenal's Spanish head coach Mikel Arteta gestures on the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and West Ham at the Emirates Stadium in London on March 7, 2020.

Referee confirmed for Arsenal trip to Manchester City

Dan Critchlow - Jun 12, 2020

The Premier League have confirmed the officials to take charge of the match between Arsenal and Manchester City next Wednesday.

Just 3 referees in charge of 60% of Arsenal Premier League games this season

Lee Hurley - Dec 7, 2019

Mike Dean will take charge of our trip to West Ham on Monday night as we move back into our rotation of regular refs with just three taking charge of 60% of Arsenal's games this season.

LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 01: Referee Anthony Taylor during the Premier League match between Everton FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Goodison Park on September 01, 2019 in Liverpool, United Kingdom. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

VAR official Anthony Taylor believed Nicolas Pepe should have had a penalty but didn’t...

Dan Critchlow - Oct 14, 2019

VAR official Anthony Taylor reportedly believed Nicolas Pepe should have had a penalty against Bournemouth, but he didn't overturn the referee's decision.

Worst ref appointed to Watford v Arsenal

Lee Hurley - Sep 13, 2019

Another Premier League game, another chance for Anthony Taylor to do something stupid, yes indeedy, the worst ref in the division will take charge of Arsenal's game against Watford.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 01: Sokratis Papastathopoulos of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Newcastle United at Emirates Stadium on April 01, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Sokratis sets new Arsenal yellow card record

Lee Hurley - Oct 27, 2019

Sokratis has now picked up more yellow cards in a league season than any other Arsenal player since the Premier League started.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 19: Laurent Koscielny of Arsenal speaks with Match Referee Anthony Taylor during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on January 19, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal get another terrible referee for Manchester United game

Lee Hurley - Mar 7, 2019

Jon Moss will take charge of Arsenal's game against United while Anthony Taylor has been appointed to another Premier League match this weekend despite his catalogue of blunders during the Spurs game, proving once again that there is zero accountability for officials within the English game.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 02: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal looks dejected at full time after the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal FC at Wembley Stadium on March 02, 2019 in London, United Kingdom.(Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

FA show 1 set of rules for Tottenham, 1 set for everybody else

Lee Hurley - Mar 4, 2019

If the FA aren’t going to charge Davinson Sanchez, then they must demote Anthony Taylor.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 02: Lucas Torreira of Arsenal reacts during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal FC at Wembley Stadium on March 02, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Tottenham should have had 3 reds v Arsenal

Lee Hurley - Mar 2, 2019

Tottenham Hotspur should have finished with nine men yet somehow it was Arsenal who had a man sent off when Lucas Torreira was shown red.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 21: Referee Mike Dean looks on prior to the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Crystal Palace at St. James Park on October 21, 2017 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Does Mike Dean really like Tottenham more than Arsenal?

Lee Hurley - Oct 1, 2019

It is fun to believe that your club is on the wrong end of a conspiracy, be it from the referees, the media or other authorities but, for the most part, they just don’t exist.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger looks on during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Arsenal at St. James Park on April 15, 2018 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Wenger highlights ‘very, very bad decision’ after Newcastle defeat

Lee Hurley - Apr 16, 2018

Arsene Wenger has criticised the Premier League for failing to adopt VAR ahead of the new season after watching his side lose 2-1 at St James’ Park on Sunday.

‘Congratulations to Spurs’ – Arsenal fans react to Anthony Taylor’s North London Derby appointment

Dan Critchlow - Feb 6, 2018

The Premier League have appointed Anthony Taylor to referee Arsenal's match against Spurs this weekend, and Gooners are not happy.

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - JANUARY 14: Callum Wilson of AFC Bournemouth celebrates after scoring the first AFC Bournemouth goal during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal at Vitality Stadium on January 14, 2018 in Bournemouth, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

How to beat Arsenal: A definitive guide for opposition managers

Dan Critchlow - Jan 14, 2018

If you've been watching Arsenal for more than a few weeks, you probably already know how to beat them. But for everyone else, here is our definitive guide.

A look at 8 of Arsenal’s controversial refereeing decisions

Jamie Einchcomb - Oct 24, 2019

Arsenal were on the receiving end of yet more questionable refereeing during their 4-2 loss to Nottingham Forest - a common theme this season it seems.

Definitive answer: Dean, Moss or Taylor: Who is the worst referee for Arsenal?

Dan Critchlow - Jan 6, 2018

There are a number of referees who strike fear in Arsenal fans hearts these days for more reasons than just their general incompetence.

Wenger set to be punished again by FA after ban and fine

Jamie Einchcomb - Jan 6, 2018

Arsene Wenger will only be fined for his comments after the 2-2 draw with Chelsea, according to the Telegraph.

While Wenger answers his charges will the FA or PGMOL ever answer theirs?

Jamie Einchcomb - Sep 30, 2019

Arsene Wenger's comments to and about Mike Dean are being treated more seriously than his comments about Anthony Taylor, according to the Telegraph.

Arsenal want quick decision on Wenger punishment

Jamie Einchcomb - Dec 26, 2019

Arsenal are reportedly hoping that the FA come to a fast decision over Arsene Wenger's punishment so he doesn't miss too many Premier League games.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 03: Arsene Wenger, Manager of Arsenal gives instruction to his team during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on January 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

FA asks Wenger to explain referee comments – again

DailyCannon - Jan 5, 2018

The Football Association on Thursday asked Arsene Wenger to clarify remarks about penalties given against his side made before and after Arsenal's Premier League game with Chelsea.

Wenger: The penalty decision was farcical

Dan Critchlow - Nov 1, 2019

Arsene Wenger says the penalty decision was 'farcical', and he's fed up of the media letting referees off the hook no matter what happens.

Wenger will contest FA charge

Jamie Einchcomb - Nov 1, 2019

Arsene Wenger has said he intends to contest his FA charge, and doesn't regret his comments made at referee Mike Dean.

Good news for Arsenal with lucky charm Taylor appointed for Chelsea clash

Nia Griffiths - Jan 2, 2018

If there was such thing as a 'preferred' referee for Arsenal's Premier League clash against Chelsea on Wednesday, Anthony Taylor would be it.

Arsene Wenger ban for actions against Anthony Taylor

Anthony Taylor a surprisingly good omen for Arsenal ahead of Bournemouth – here’s why

Dan Critchlow - Sep 8, 2017

Anthony Taylor is set to referee Arsenal's match against Bournemouth, which most fans are probably not too happy about.

Arsenal fans furious at astonishing decision to appoint Taylor FA Cup Final referree

Lee Hurley - Apr 26, 2017

Arsenal and Arsene Wenger will not be at all pleased to learn that Anthony Taylor has been handed the FA Cup final.

How sh*t must you be, we’re winning away: Arsenal fans react to game v...

Lee Hurley - Apr 17, 2017

Arsenal went to Middlesbrough with six changes to their lineup and a back three for the first time in 20 years, looked a total shambles, yet managed to come away with all three points.

Anthony Taylor shipped in to put final nail in Arsene Wenger’s coffin against Lincoln

Lee Hurley - Mar 10, 2017

Anthony Taylor. Those two words should be enough for any review about this man.

Arsene Wenger v Anthony Taylor – What he said v what was reported

Nia Griffiths - Feb 22, 2017

Back in January, Arsene Wenger was handed a four-match touchline ban for an altercation with fourth official, Anthony Taylor, during Arsenal's 2-1 win over Burnley in which the media reported the manager had called Taylor a "f**king cheat"; unsurprisingly, this wasn't the case at all.

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