English referee Anthony Taylor has retired from refereeing after finishing 432 high‑flight matches, bringing a formidable 20‑yr profession to an finish on the age of 47.
Softfootball gathered that the elite referee has stepped away from the sport after a protracted and distinguished spell on the highest degree.
Listed below are his stats:
- Prime‑flight matches officiated — 432
- Whole matches officiated — 831
His closing match was officiating within the 2026 FIFA World Cup spherical of 16 conflict between Portugal and Spain, the place Spain beat Portugal 1–0 with Mikel Merino scoring within the 91st minute.
