The role of a football referee is undeniably challenging. Every decision they make is heavily scrutinized by players, fans, and coaches alike. Even with the introduction of Video Assistant Referees (VAR), controversy surrounding the technology persists as it strives to limit human error.
Despite the difficulties, some of the most renowned referees in the Premier League have progressed to officiating in prestigious competitions such as the World Cup and European Championships.
In fact, Howard Webb was the first individual to referee both the Champions League and World Cup finals in the same year.