Anthony Taylor to Make Referee Appointments for Super Lig 7th Matchday

Following the resignation of Central Referee Board (MHK) Chairman Ferhat Gündoğdu, who was arrested as part of an investigation by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, it was announced that the referee appointments for the 7th matchday of the Trendyol Super Lig will be made by Anthony Taylor and his assistants.

Ferhat Gündoğdu's Resignation

Central Referee Board Chairman Ferhat Gündoğdu, who was arrested in the referees file investigation launched by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, has stepped down from his position. It was stated that the resignation decision was taken to prevent harm to the Turkish Football Federation and to ensure the judicial process proceeds smoothly.

New Regulation in the Referee Appointment Process

Following these developments, the referee appointment process for the matches to be played in the 7th matchday of the Trendyol Super Lig has been reshaped. In line with official statements, it has become clear that Elite Referee Director Anthony Taylor and his team will assume responsibility in this process.

Technical Criteria and Performance Taken as Basis

According to the disclosed information, the appointment process regarding Super Lig referees is being carried out within the framework of Anthony Taylor's technical evaluations. The appointments are based on the referees' recent performances, match characteristics, and technical criteria.

Alan Snoddy Manages 1st League Referee Appointments

While appointments in the Super Lig are carried out under the management of Anthony Taylor, the appointment process for Trendyol 1st League referees is coordinated by Talent and Mentor Program Coordinator Alan Snoddy.