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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jamie Gardner

Ex-Premier League referee Anthony Taylor lands job in scandal-hit Turkish football after retirement

Taylor is heading to Turkey - (PA)

English Premier League and World Cup referee Anthony Taylor has embarked on a new chapter in his career, taking up the role of director of elite refereeing with the Turkish Football Federation.

The appointment comes just weeks after the 47-year-old announced his retirement from officiating, concluding a distinguished 20-year career that saw him oversee 668 professional domestic matches and officiate at major tournaments including Euro 2020 and the 2022 and 2026 World Cups.

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