Welch makes history as Prem’s 1st female referee World Cup by el-admin - December 23, 2023 021 The English Premier League has its first female referee. Rebecca Welch controlled Burnley’s 2-0 win at Fulham.Source espn Share this: Welch to be first female ref in Premier LeagueDateDecember 14, 2023In relation toPremier LeagueEngland’s Welch selected as Olympic football refereeDateApril 3, 2024In relation toFootballNew Premier League referees’ boss Howard Webb wants former players to become refereesDateDecember 22, 2022In relation toFootball