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ROME, JULY 21, 2026 - English referee Anthony Taylor's career has come to an end after more than twenty years. The 47-year-old referee announced his retirement after refereeing his final match at the 2026 World Cup, citing the intense pressure and constant media exposure that accompany the role of match official as among the reasons for his decision. Over the course of his career, Taylor refereed 831 matches, 432 of which were in the Premier League, becoming one of the most well-known referees on the international scene. His final match at the 2026 World Cup was Spain vs. Portugal, which ended in victory…