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Premier League Referees Face £23.1 Million Deficit Risk

3/25/2025

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Premier League referees take home an impressive average of £240,000 a year, but Howard Webb, head of PGMOL, cautions that escalating costs and inflation could lead to a staggering £23.1 million deficit over the next five years. Meanwhile, Championship referees earn about £120,000, with assistant referees at £110,000.

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Premier League referees take home an impressive average of £240,000 a year, but Howard Webb, head of PGMOL, cautions that escalating costs and inflation could lead to a staggering £23.1 million deficit over the next five years. Meanwhile, Championship referees earn about £120,000, with assistant referees at £110,000.