Anthony Taylor, 47, has announced his immediate retirement from refereeing after 20 years spanning 831 matches, citing intense pressure and constant scrutiny as contributing factors. His final match was Spain's 1-0 World Cup win over Portugal on 6 July.
22 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott has rejected a new contract offer, with several Premier League clubs including Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham, Manchester City and Chelsea monitoring his situation. Bournemouth say Scott remains not for sale despite the England Under-21 international's two years remaining on his current deal.
22 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Anthony Taylor, 47, has retired from refereeing after 20 years and 831 matches, with his final game Spain's 1-0 World Cup win over Portugal on 6 July. Taylor officiated 432 Premier League matches and 163 international games across two decades.
22 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Anthony Taylor, 47, has announced his immediate retirement from refereeing after a 20-year career spanning 831 matches, citing the intense pressure and constant scrutiny of elite-level officiating. Taylor officiated 432 Premier League matches, every major domestic cup final, and 163 international matches across 14 years on Fifa's list, with his final match being Spain's 1-0 World Cup win over Portugal on 6 July.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →