Sam Allison: Why has it taken 15 years for another black Premier League ref?
Sam Allison is set to become the first black referee of a Premier League match in 15 years, but why has it taken so long?
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Sam Allison is set to become the first black referee of a Premier League match in 15 years, but why has it taken so long?
The 42-year-old former firefighter took charge of Luton's 3-2 win at Sheffield United, becoming the first time black man to officiate a Premier League match since 2008.
Alfie Doughty had put the Hatters ahead before the Blades fought back in the second half.
Elsewhere, Dominic Solanke scored again as Bournemouth swept past Fulham.
Two second-half own-goals helped Luton to a 3-2 win over last-place Sheffield United in the Premier League on Tuesday.