The referee exiled from a Premier League club. Plus: Football's most feared injury

The Athletic FC ⚽ is The Athletic’s daily football (or soccer, if you prefer) newsletter. Sign up to receive it directly to your inbox.Hello! Why is a certain Premier League match official being kept away from a certain Premier League club? We’re here to explain.Coming up:🟥 Ref’s long Forest separation🤑 Inside Chelsea’s wild finances🧔 Christian Pulisic’s beard🚑 Worst injury in football?Advertisement