Skin colour doesn’t matter though.. Why is this a headline? I’m sure he’ll do well if he’s qualified, that’s all that matters
He could be bright green for all I care, just want him to do a better job than what we have currently.
It’s unbelievable that it’s been that long. Feel somewhat ashamed I hadn’t noticed
Based on recent performances, I think a random fan from the stands picked by a draw before kick-off might be an upgrade on what we have.
I literally don’t care.
How did the bird do? 🤣
Watched part of the game that he reffed yesterday, or whatever day it was. Had no idea he’s the lone black ref, but now that it’s been brought up…
It’s crazy he’s the first in so long. I don’t generally get caught up in this stuff – choose the best person for the job – but it’s bizarre we haven’t seen a black ref in 15 years.
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For some reason my brain read that as Sam Allardyce and i was instantly bewildered
In 15 years he’s going to be the first black PL referee?
That’s kind of crazy really
So he’s making his debut in 2038?
And he wasn’t absolute ass. A boxing day miracle
Since Uriah Rennie?
Apparently he played at semi pro level so it’s a good change to have a ref that has played before.
Next step should be the lack of Asian representation.
This stat is truly insane and points to what a boys club PGMOL is. The refs should match the diversity of the league and couldn’t be further from it. [Black players make up 43%](https://theathletic.com/4980605/2023/10/25/why-are-there-so-few-black-people-on-premier-league-and-efl-club-boards/?source=user_shared_articleWhyaretheresofewBlackpeopleonPremierLeagueandEFLclubboards?) of the league but this is the first black ref in 15. Madness.
Skin colour doesn’t matter though.. Why is this a headline? I’m sure he’ll do well if he’s qualified, that’s all that matters
He could be bright green for all I care, just want him to do a better job than what we have currently.
It’s unbelievable that it’s been that long. Feel somewhat ashamed I hadn’t noticed
Based on recent performances, I think a random fan from the stands picked by a draw before kick-off might be an upgrade on what we have.
I literally don’t care.
How did the bird do? 🤣
Watched part of the game that he reffed yesterday, or whatever day it was. Had no idea he’s the lone black ref, but now that it’s been brought up…
It’s crazy he’s the first in so long. I don’t generally get caught up in this stuff – choose the best person for the job – but it’s bizarre we haven’t seen a black ref in 15 years.
Is he from Manchester though??
It was good to see to be honest.