40-year-old to take charge of Fulham v Burnley on 23 DecemberSam Allison to be first black referee for 15 years on same day
Rebecca Welch will become the first woman to referee a Premier League match when she takes charge of Fulham’s home match against Burnley on 23 December.
In addition to Welch, Sam Allison will also make history as the first black referee to officiate in the top flight for 15 years when he steps out at Bramall Lane for Sheffield United v Luton on Boxing Day.
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