Forty-year-old official Rebecca Welch became the first female referee to oversee a Premier League match in the competition's history when she presided over Burnley's win over Fulham at Craven Cottage. Welch was called up to the top division having impressed in the lower divisions and cup competitions previously.
Premier League 2023-24: Rebecca Welch Becomes First Female Referee To Officiate Top-Flight Match - In Pics
Forty-year-old official Rebecca Welch became the first female referee to oversee a Premier League match in the competition's history when she presided over Burnley's win over Fulham at Craven Cottage. Welch was called up to the top division having impressed in the lower divisions and cup competitions previously.
Rebecca Welch
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