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Mark Clattenburg

Mark Clattenburg is a prominent retired English professional football referee. He is widely regarded as one of the top referees of his era.

• Early Career: Clattenburg began refereeing in local leagues before progressing through the ranks.
• Premier League: He became a Premier League referee in 2004 and quickly established himself.
• Notable Matches: Clattenburg refereed numerous high-profile matches, including:
  • The 2012 Football League Cup Final
  • The 2012 Olympic Men's Football Final
  • The 2014 UEFA Super Cup
  • The 2016 FA Cup Final
  • The 2016 UEFA Champions League Final
  • The UEFA Euro 2016 Final
• FIFA Referee: He was a FIFA-listed referee, allowing him to officiate international matches.
• Refereeing Style: Known for his strong personality and decisive decision-making.
• Controversies: His career was not without controversy, and he faced scrutiny and criticism at times.
• Saudi Arabia & Egypt: In 2017, Clattenburg left the Premier League to become Head of Refereeing for the Saudi Arabian Football Federation. Later, he took on a similar role in Egypt.
• Retirement: Clattenburg has since retired from active refereeing. He remains involved in football through commentary and analysis.