Mike Dean

Awards & Honours

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Mike Dean's career stands as a testament to longevity and resilience in a high-pressure profession. He officiated over 400 Premier League matches, a record that places him among the most experienced referees in the league's history. His ability to handle controversial situations with composure earned him a unique status in the football world. Even after retirement, his influence persists through the training of new officials and the ongoing discussions about officiating standards.

AwardsMike Dean received numerous accolades throughout his career, including multiple nominations for the PFA Merit Award and recognition from the Football Association for outstanding service. He was named the Premier League Referee of the Year on several occasions and received the FIFA Best Referee award in 2015. His contributions to the sport were acknowledged with an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) for services to football.

Honours & Distinctions

MBE

British Honours System·2020

Awarded for services to football and refereeing.

PFA Merit Award

Professional Footballers' Association·2018

Recognized for exceptional contribution to the sport.

Rankings & Lists

Top 10 Referees of All Time

Sky Sports·2022

Most Red Cards Issued

Premier League Stats·2022

Magazine Covers

Four Four Two

November 2015

The Man Who Decides It All

The Guardian

May 2022

The End of an Era

Records & Feats

Most Red Cards in Premier League History

Refereeing Record·2022

Holds the record for the highest number of red cards issued by a single referee in Premier League history.

Longest Serving Select Group Referee

Career Milestone·2022

Served in the Select Group for over 20 years, a rare feat in modern football officiating.