"Despite the mental training, when I went out on the soccer pitch and watched the teams lining up, I could hear my heart racing. Inspired by her uncle, who was a referee, Monzul switched to officiating. Then your skills will be in demand, no matter if you are a man or a woman," Monzul told Reuters. To be eligible for officiating men's matches, she has to pass a men's fitness test, the toughest part for a woman, Monzul said. She said there was no difference between refereeing a men's or women's match, except that it is a common thing for men's clubs to gift Monzul flowers.

Source: The Star March 05, 2021 10:22 UTC