BBC Sport 11 hours ago · 28 Aug 2026

'They are now athletes' - how do referees get ready for a season?

Pre-season camps in Spain and full-time training throughout the season - the rigorous regimes top-flight officials undergo to keep up with the pace of play in the Premier League

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