The Latest Breaking News from Martin Atkinson

Key SFA figure 'all for' referee stadium explanations with VAR here to stay

Martin Atkinson says VAR is here to stay in Scotland as he outlined his desire for in-stadium referee announcements to be introduced across the…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 2, 2025

SFA draft in pilots to speak to referees in bid to improve VAR use in season ahead

Scotland’s leading referees have received specialist coaching from airline pilots ahead of the new season in an attempt to improve their use of…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 29, 2025

'Delighted to appoint someone of Martin's calibre': Scottish FA name new VAR manager

A veteran referee from the English Premier League is set to take on a new role as the VAR Manager for the Scottish FA.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 31, 2024

Premier League set for refereeing overhaul as PGMOL chief Mike Riley adds to changes

The head of the PGMOL, Mike Riley, will leave his role next season as the refereeing body continues to undergo huge changes with the likes of Martin Atkinson and Mike Dean both retiring

Daily Mirror · Jun 25, 2022

Everton and Liverpool set for Premier League referee changes after triple retirement

Three long-term Premier League referees have retired while four new officials have been appointed

Liverpool Echo · Jun 11, 2022

The highs, the lows, the reds and yellows: farewell Mike, Martin and Mossy

Veteran referees Mike Dean, Jonathan Moss and Martin Atkinson are hanging up their boots – here, Big Brother style, are their best and worst bits

The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2022

Jurgen Klopp accuses referee Martin Atkinson of repeating Manchester United mistake in Liverpool FC win

Liverpool made sure their title race with Manchester City will head into the final day, but Klopp wasn't happy with the referee after their win at Southampton.

Manchester Evening News · May 18, 2022

Jurgen Klopp calls out Martin Atkinson for repeating Man Utd mistake

Jurgen Klopp was furious with referee Martin Atkinson for allowing Nathan Redmond's goal to stand as Liverpool beat Southampton to keep the Premier League title race alive

Daily Mirror · May 18, 2022

Liverpool fans all spot the same thing about Southampton goal

Nathan Redmond gave Southampton an early lead against Liverpool but there appeared to be a clear foul on Diogo Jota in the build-up

Liverpool Echo · May 17, 2022

Steven Gerrard gives brutal reaction to hearing referee Jon Moss is retiring

Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard was unhappy with the performance of referee Jon Moss during his side's 2-1 defeat by Liverpool in the Premier League on Tuesday night

Daily Mirror · May 11, 2022