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Premier League Probes Abuse Threats Against Referee Anthony Taylor

Taylor faces online threats after issuing record yellow cards in Chelsea vs Bournemouth match, will serve as fourth official this weekend.

  • Anthony Taylor received violent threats on social media following Chelsea's 1-0 win over Bournemouth, where he issued a record 14 yellow cards.
  • The Premier League is investigating the abuse directed at Taylor and his family, which included death threats.
  • Taylor will not referee a Premier League match this weekend but will serve as the fourth official for two matches.
  • The Professional Game Match Officials Ltd (PGMOL) is providing support to Taylor and emphasized that referees do not officiate every week as part of their rotation.
  • This incident follows previous abuse Taylor received from Roma fans after refereeing the Europa League final last year.
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