Latest News About Professional Game Match Officials Board

Updated 2026-06-18 16:36

The PGMOL Game Match Officials Limited, formerly known as the PGMO Game Match Officials Board, is a governing body established in the early 2000s to oversee referees and match officials in English top-level football. The organization's primary goal is to standardize officiating across leagues, ensuring consistency and fairness in decision-making. As the body in charge of match officials, it handles various roles, including referees, Video Assistant Referees, and coaching/director positions. Led by experienced Webb, the PGMOL works to maintain consistency in officiating, providing guidance and support to match officials as they navigate the complexities of the game.

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Professional Game Match Officials Limited

EmployeeTitle Howard WebbChief Refereeing Officer Danielle EveryChief Operating Officer Adam Gale-WattsTechnical Director Mike JonesNational Group Director Bibiana Steinhaus-WebbWomen’s Professional Game Director Rebecca WelchSelect Group Women’s Professional Game Manager Wayne AllisonCoaching Director Steve McNallyPerformance Support Director Kevin FriendSelect Group 2 Manager Phil BenthamVideo Assistant Referee Coach Martin AtkinsonSelect Group 1 Coach Alan WileyReferee Coach

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