Former Premier League referee Uriah Rennie has passed away aged 65.
Rennie was remembered as a ‘true trailblazer’ given he made history in 1997 when he became the English top-flight’s first black match official, before going on to referee over 300 matches in the division.
A statement from the FA read.”The FA Refereeing Department is saddened to hear of the passing of former FIFA and Premier League referee, Uriah Rennie.
“Uriah will forever be remembered as a true trailblazer of the game.
“Our thoughts are with Uriah’s family and friends at this time.”
Championship club Sheffield United paid tribute to the 65-year-old on X.
“Sheffield United are saddened to learn of the passing of popular and trailblazing referee Uriah Rennie,” the post read.
“Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this time.”
Rennie’s tragic passing comes two months after he revealed he was learning to walk again following his diagnosis of a rare neurological condition.
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