Football Australia has announced the appointment of Jon Moss as its new Head of Referees, marking a significant step forward in enhancing the quality and consistency of officiating across Australian football. Moss brings a wealth of experience to the role, having officiated over 500 professional matches, of which 285 were in the English Premier League including every major Cup Final. His most recent position was as Video Assistant Referee (VAR) Manager for the Scottish Football Association, further broadening his expertise in modern officiating technologies.
In his new role, Moss will be responsible for: overseeing match officials’ development programs, implementing best practices in officiating, enhancing professionalism and accountability within the refereeing community, improving the integration of technology in match officiating, fostering stronger relationships between referees, clubs, and other stakeholders. "I'm excited to join Football Australia and contribute to the growth of the game in this country," Jon Moss stated. "My goal is to elevate the standard of refereeing at all levels, from grassroots to the A-Leagues, ensuring that Australian football continues to thrive and gain international recognition." Moss's appointment is effective immediately, and he will be based at Football Australia's headquarters in Sydney.
Source: FFA
