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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jim van Wijk

Premier League referee Anthony Taylor reveals the impact of abuse on his family

Anthony Taylor said his family do not attend high-profile matches due to the abuse - (AFP via Getty)

Anthony Taylor has admitted there have been times he has considered quitting refereeing because of the constant barrage of abuse – and revealed his family no longer attend high-profile matches after he was harassed by Roma fans at an airport.

In an interview with BBC Sport, Taylor reflected on the “archaic” culture which he feels surrounds the game.

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