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.