Renowned referee Antonio P. Briguglio passes away<\/p>\n
The Maltese football community is mourning the loss of Antonio P. Briguglio, a highly respected former international referee who leaves behind an enduring legacy in the sport. He was 91.<\/p>\n
Beginning his career in 1961, Briguglio quickly rose through the ranks to become one of the island’s most prominent officials, characterized by his professionalism and deep knowledge of the game.<\/p>\n
His exceptional standing led to a distinguished 16-year tenure on the FIFA and UEFA panels, during which he officiated at the highest levels of international and European football.<\/p>\n
Even after concluding his active career on the pitch, he remained a vital figure in the sport by serving as a UEFA Referees’ Observer, where he dedicated himself to mentoring and assessing the next generation of officials.<\/p>\n
For many years he was also a football critic on TV stations.<\/p>\n
In recognition of his decades of service to the sporting community, he was awarded the Midalja għall-Qadi tar-Repubblika in 2022. <\/p>\n