What happened. Sian Massey-Ellis announced her retirement from officiating to take a senior manager role at the Football Association, focusing on supporting and developing female officials.

Became second woman to officiate in Premier League in 2010.
First woman to officiate in men's FA Cup final.
Officiated at four Women's Euros and two World Cups.

“Although I am stepping away from the touchline, I am not stepping away from football.”
— Sian Massey-Ellis

She will now focus on nurturing the next generation of female officials in English football.

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