First woman in the Premier League: referee Welch celebrates her premiere

Received with applause

Rebecca Welch made history as the first female referee in the English Premier League. The 40-year-old refereed the duel between Fulham FC and Burnley FC on Saturday. As Welch walked onto the field, she was greeted with applause by some fans. She had previously served as the fourth official on the sidelines in the Premier League.

FIFA referee Welch was the first woman to officiate games in the men’s second division. At the end of November, the 40-year-old was insulted by misogynistic chants in the stadium during the second division game between Birmingham City and Sheffield Wednesday. Two young football fans were temporarily arrested.

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