Roberto Rosetti

Roberto Rosetti, born on September eighteenth, nineteen sixty-seven, is a distinguished former Italian football referee whose career has left an indelible mark on the sport. Fluent in Italian, English, and French, Rosetti began his officiating journey in nineteen eighty-three, making his debut in the Italian Serie A in nineteen ninety-six. His commitment to excellence was recognized when he received his FIFA Badge in two thousand two.

Throughout his career, Rosetti was celebrated as one of the top referees globally, as noted by the International Federation of Football History and Statistics (IFFHS). Despite facing criticism for a controversial decision during the two thousand nine Champions League semi-final, where he sent off Manchester United's Darren Fletcher, his reputation remained largely untarnished.

After retiring from officiating following the two thousand ten FIFA World Cup, Rosetti transitioned to a pivotal role within the Italian Football Federation, serving as the referee designator for the Serie B League. His integrity and objectivity were highlighted in a controversial intercepted call involving Luciano Moggi, the then general director of Juventus, who suggested that Rosetti and his colleague Pierluigi Collina should be 'punished' for their decisions against the club.

Currently, Rosetti holds the esteemed position of Chief Refereeing Officer and Chairman of the Referees Committee at UEFA, where he continues to influence the future of football officiating.