Howard Webb reveals his favorite Premier League referee

Howard Webb is one man that has had his fair share of controversies and conspiracy as regards the former referee playing favorites. Now, the current PGMOL chief has revealed he does have a favorite.

In a recent interview with Malaysian outlet Stadium Astro, Howard Webb has revealed who he considers the Premier League’s most talented player on the pitch while addressing a common criticism among referees.

Webb, in his analysis, assured fans that many Premier League referees have impressive skills on the ball, even calling Oliver the most talented among them.

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“All of them are kind of frustrated footballers,” Webb quipped, before singling out Oliver as the standout. “He’ll love hearing his name in that. But he’s a good footballer.”

As referees continue to face scrutiny over their decisions, Webb’s comments add an unexpected layer to the game, showcasing that some officials may just have the game skills to match their officiating expertise.