Referees have already seen real-world consequences of viral content fuelling a mob. The video of Jose Mourinho approaching Anthony Taylor in the carpark and calling him a “f***ing disgrace” for his decisions in Roma’s Europa League defeat to Sevilla spread from smartphone to smartphone.

The Professional Game Match Officials Limited, PGMOL, has opted not to drop referee Michael Oliver for the next round of Premier League fixtures. Oliver has come under fire since his controversial decision to send off Arsenal left-back Myles Lewis-Skelly on Saturday.

Michael Oliver made a controversial decision to send off Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly against Wolves at Molineux on Saturday.

Michael Oliver played for two clubs in the Premier League at youth level before becoming a referee, he has revealed.

Michael Oliver's family are reportedly 'under police protection' after threats were made to the referee following Arsenal's win at Wolves.

Under-fire referee Michael Oliver has made his decision on whether he will return to referee a Premier League match this weekend after receiving threats and abuse after controversially sending off Ars

Michael Oliver will reportedly not be chosen as the referee for the upcoming Premier League clash between Arsenal and Manchester City. It seems Oliver has been deliberately moved to a different game due to concerns over his safety following threats to him and his family,