Assistant referee Massey-Ellis retires to take FA role
Assistant referee Sian Massey‑Ellis announces her retirement from officiating to take up a position with the Football Association.
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"Although I am stepping away from the touchline, I am not stepping away from football."
— Sian Massey-Ellis , Athlete
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Assistant referee Sian Massey‑Ellis announces her retirement from officiating to take up a position with the Football Association.
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