April 24, 2025
Beyond the Game: How to Become a Soccer Referee and Earn Money
The article outlines how adults can continue their involvement in soccer and earn money by becoming referees. Anyone over 16 can become a referee, requiring an application, fees, a background check, and passing online courses and tests. Referees start at grades 8 or 9 and can advance to higher levels, including grade 1 which allows officiating major international games. Pay ranges from $50-$90 per game initially, increasing with experience and higher-level matches, potentially reaching $80
