Sporting Lunch with Mark Clattenburg

Date: 28 Nov 2025
Time: 12:15 to - 15:00

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Mark Clattenburg, born 13 March 1975, is a renowned English former professional football referee. Hailing from the Northeast of England, he began officiating in local leagues before rising swiftly through the ranks. Clattenburg became a prominent member of both the Premier League and the Durham County Football Association, earning international recognition as a FIFA referee.

Over his distinguished career, Clattenburg has presided over some of football’s most prestigious matches, notably the 2016 UEFA Champions League final and the UEFA Euro 2016 final. Widely regarded as one of the finest European referees of his generation, his decisive style and command of the game have earned him high praise from players, coaches, and fans alike.

Beyond the football pitch, Mark Clattenburg continues to be a familiar face in the public eye, currently serving as the lead referee on the BBC’s 2024 revival of the TV show Gladiators.

He refereed more than 450 Premier League matches over the course of 13 seasons and in 2016, the UEFA Champions League Final and UEFA European Championship Final.

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