English referee Anthony Taylor has begun a new chapter in football after being appointed director of elite refereeing at the Turkish Football Federation (TFF), just weeks after ending a distinguished career that saw him officiate some of the sport's biggest matches.
The appointment was confirmed Tuesday by Trinity Chambers, with barrister Fraser Williamson representing Taylor during the recruitment process.
The 47-year-old joins the TFF's Central Refereeing Committee (MHK), where he will oversee the strategic and technical development of elite referees as the federation seeks to strengthen its officiating program in line with UEFA and FIFA standards.
Taylor will be responsible for developing top-level referees, improving performance assessment systems, enhancing referee education, refining match analysis and feedback processes, and helping shape long-term strategies for elite officiating across Turkish football.
"I am delighted to be joining the Turkish Football Federation and look forward to the opportunity ahead," Taylor said.
