The English Premier League is about to mark a historic day as Sikh-Punjabi referee, Bhupinder Singh Gill, turns into the primary referee within the league’s historical past to officiate a recreation. Bhupinder might be seen appearing as an helping referee within the match between Southampton and Nottingham Forest on Wednesday. Bhupinder’s brother Sunny Singh Gill had earlier made historical past by refereeing in an EFL recreation earlier this season since his father did it greater than a decade in the past. On Wednesday, it will likely be Bhupinder’s flip to depart his mark within the historical past books of English soccer, taking cost of a recreation as an assistant referee.

In a chat with Mirror, UK, Bhupinder mentioned: “This has to be the proudest and most exciting moment in my refereeing journey so far, but I’m not getting carried away as it is just another step in the direction to where I want to get to.”

“My family are also really proud and excited for me. I wouldn’t be in this situation if it wasn’t for my dad, who has supported me throughout my journey and been a role model for me,” he added.

Refereeing runs within the Gill household. Bhupinder’s father Jarnail Singh, has officiated in over 150 matches within the Football League between 2004 and 2010. Jarnail was part of the refereeing crew which additionally featured Howard Webb.

Speaking of Bhupinder’s appointment for the sport, Howard Webb informed Sky Sports: “First and foremost, I’m delighted that Bhupinder has been given this appointment in the Premier League – for him as an individual, and for the recognition of the talented and dedicated official he is, having worked his way through the levels.”

“He comes from a family with a lot of refereeing pedigree.

“His dad Jarnail was a legendary referee in our eyes, he was an amazing referee and an amazing good friend. He was the primary referee to put on a turban within the skilled recreation, so he stood out and that places stress on you as a referee. He clearly pulled that off exceptionally properly and was an amazing function mannequin for folks following on, together with his sons Bhupinder and Sunny.

“Bhupinder’s appointment to the Premier League and the best league in the world will show an even greater audience about what’s possible for people from different backgrounds.”

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