English referee Anthony Taylor has found himself on a journey down to the depths of the English Championship due to persistent concerns about his decision-making abilities.
Taylor made headlines when he officiated the Europa League final, a match remembered for its controversial moments. Most notably, he chose not to award Roma a penalty for a blatant handball by a Sevilla player, leaving many scratching their heads.
This incident was just one of many complaints that have piled up throughout the season. His most recent blunder occurred during the Wolves versus Newcastle match, where he awarded Newcastle a highly contentious penalty against Hee-Chan Hwang. The match ended in a 2-2 draw, but the controversy surrounding Taylor’s decision lingered.
As a result of these repeated questionable calls, Anthony Taylor now finds himself set to officiate the match between Preston and Coventry in the English Championship this coming Saturday.
The decision to relegate Taylor to the Championship was not taken lightly. The Football Association carefully reviewed his performance and determined that this was the appropriate course of action.
The English Championship, often regarded as the second division of English football, will serve as Anthony Taylor’s new testing ground. It remains to be seen whether this relegation will be a temporary setback or a turning point in his career.
