David Elleray

Quick Facts

Full Name	David Elleray
Occupation	Association Football Referee
Date Of Birth	Sep 3, 1954(1954-09-03)
Age	70
Birthplace	Dover
Country	United Kingdom
Birth City	England
Horoscope	Virgo

David Elleray Biography

David Elleray is one of the most popular and richest Association Football Referee who was born on September 3, 1954 in Dover, England, United Kingdom. David Roland Elleray, MBE (born 3 September 1954 in Dover, Kent), is an English former football referee who played in the Football League, Premier League as well as for FIFA. At the time of his interview, Elleray was the Technical Director for the IFAB.

In 1999, Elleray received death threats from Manchester United supporters after Liverpool came back to win the title, which might have prevented their team from winning the title. Elleray correctly gave Liverpool an extra penalty for pushing by Jesper Blomqvist against Oyvind Leonhardsen. While he did win the ball, it was clear that he clearly caused injury to the Norwegian and ought to have been dismissed for an official foul. Elleray later correctly dismissed Dennis Irwin by giving a second yellow card for kicks off the ball. The game finished 2-2 after United had been leading by 2-0. Martin Edwards, the United chairman, shrewdly claimed that a medal would be presented to Elleray in the event that Arsenal triumph in the league. However, the result did not affect United’s pole position nor did it affect their winning the title because of Arsenal losing to Leeds just a few days after, and therefore, not gaining. It took a while before Elleray was able to referee United again.

In 2002 Elleray was voted onto the FA Council as the member for Independent Schools.

He retired from refereeing at the end of the 2002–03 season. His last match was Newcastle United’s 1–0 win over Birmingham on 3 May 2003, during which he sent-off Blues defender Matthew Upson.

In his time as a referee, Elleray is remembered for several incidents, such as awarding an unconvincing penalty in the direction of Manchester United in the 1994 FA Cup Final against Chelsea. Elleray later acknowledged in his autobiography that the decision was made “blew without thinking” and even though he recognized that he’d committed an error, he was unable to not make a change in his mind. He also was the referee at the time that Ryan Giggs scored his ‘wonder goal’ in 1999’s FA Cup semi-final replay against Arsenal at Villa Park, and when David Beckham scored from inside his own area against Wimbledon at Wimbledon in the year 1996. Even though he was sent off by the Manchester United’s Roy Keane four times, after his retirement, Keane wrote to him thanking him for his service and the jersey he had signed.

David Elleray Net Worth

David Elleray is one of the richest Association Football Referee from United Kingdom. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, David Elleray 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Elleray attended Dover Grammar School for Boys where he performed well in many sports. He began to referee football games at the age of 13 in order to earn extra pocket cash. He was awarded an award to study the subject of geography in Hertford College, Oxford and was an avid rower and a rugby player. While at the university his career was boosted by his participation in the Hellenic, Isthmian and Panel Leagues and was eventually an official Football League referee in 1986. He was there until his entry on the initial Premier League Referees’ List in 1992. He then was a FIFA referee in the same year.

Elleray was recognized by players, coaches, and supporters for being a fair, firm and reliable referee. Following the 1994 FA Cup Final, UEFA president Lennart Johansson said to Elleray: “Europe needs referees like you. I do not care whether the second penalty was a foul or not. The easy decision would to have given nothing. You showed strength and courage. Congratulations!”

Elleray stepped down as a FIFA-listed referee in 1999, having officiated 78 international matches in 35 countries. He officiated at Wembley Stadium 13 times but was unable to officiate at the 1998 World Cup in France due to school commitments.

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Facts & Trivia

David Ranked on the list of most popular Association Football Referee. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United Kingdom. David Elleray celebrates birthday on September 3 of every year.

Top Facts about David Elleray

1. David Elleray is a former English football referee.
2. He officiated in the Premier League from 1992 to 2003.
3. Elleray refereed over 1,000 professional matches during his career.
4. He holds the record for awarding the most red cards in Premier League history.
5. Elleray was known for his strict interpretation of the rules.
6. He was involved in controversial decisions, including disallowing goals and penalty calls.
7. Elleray served as president of the Referees’ Association from 2003 to 2010.
8. He has been an advocate for technology use in refereeing decisions.
9. Elleray currently works as a technical director at the International Football Association Board (IFAB).
10. He has contributed to shaping and implementing rule changes in football officiating.

What has David Ellery done?

Elleray was a Premier League referee from its inception in 1992 to 2003, took charge of more than 70 internationals and refereed the FA Cup final. Since retiring from refereeing in 2003, he has risen to become one of the most influential officials in the game.

What did David Elleray?

Elleray was arguably the most well-known referee in the country at the Premier League’s inception in 1992. He went on to officiate in the top flight until 2003, also taking charge of an FA Cup final and more than 70 international matches.

How much do Premier League referees make?

According to TotalSportek and Sportingfree, the salaries for EPL refs can go up to $92,000 annually. In addition to a yearly retainer that ranges between $50,700 to $55,300 and $1,500 per game. Umpires officiating international matches in the UEFA and European leagues receive up to $263,000.

Who are the members of IFAB?

The IFAB is comprised of the four British football associations (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland) with one vote each, and FIFA, covering the remaining 207 national associations, with four votes.

Who is the highest-paid referee?

Brad Allen and Walter Anderson are the highest-paid NFL referees for the 2020-21 season.