FA bigwigs tell non-league refs: ‘Do not grow a beard if you want to be promoted!’
FA bigwigs are telling non-league refs: Do not grow a beard if you want to be promoted!
Wannabe referees attended meetings across the country recently and were stunned when FA officials told them facial hair is a no-no if they want to reach the big time.
The likes of ex-Premier League official Jeff Winter sported a cracking goateePA:Press Association
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It is understood the FA are wary of the image portrayed by match-day officials. But a source said: “The officials could not believe what they were hearing.”
Former Premier League referees Jeff Winter and beards when they officiated in the top flight.
As did another ref, Roger Dilkes – but now no longer, say the FAPA:Press Association
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The referees department at the FA and the governing body, Professional Game Match Official Limited — PGMOL — have also advised top-flight officials to cover up tattoos on their arms by wearing long-sleeved shirts or base layers.
Top refs such as Michael Oliver are all clean shavenGetty Images
We guess that rules out Peter BEARDsley becoming a ref in the future!
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