English referee Anthony Taylor has retired from refereeing after completing 432 top‑flight matches, bringing an impressive 20‑year career to an end at the age of 47.
Softfootball gathered that the elite referee has stepped away from the game after a long and distinguished spell at the highest level.
Here are his stats:
- Top‑flight matches officiated — 432
- Total matches officiated — 831
His final match was officiating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 16 clash between Portugal and Spain, where Spain beat Portugal 1–0 with Mikel Merino scoring in the 91st minute.