Former Referee Anthony Taylor Discusses Abuse, VAR Controversies and Its Future
Anthony Taylor, England’s most experienced referee, has issued a stark warning to fans, the media, players and even former officials: the relentless, ritualistic abuse directed at match officials must stop, or the pipeline of future referees could dry up completely. In a candid interview conducted at his legal firm, Trinity Chambers in Leeds, the 47‑year‑old, who retired three weeks ago after a d…
Aug. 13, 2026, 5:45 p.m.