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Chris Kavanagh

b. 1985

Association football referee

Association football referee Tottenham Hotspur F.C. supporters
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About Chris Kavanagh

Born 1985. Chris Kavanagh is a British association football referee and tottenham Hotspur F.C. supporters.

Chris Kavanagh (born 4 September 1985) is an English professional football referee from Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester. He officiates primarily in the Premier League having been promoted to the Select Group of Referees in 2017.

Career

Kavanagh began his refereeing career at the age of 13. In 2012, he was promoted to officiate matches in the National League.

Kavanagh began refereeing in the Football League in 2014.

Kavanagh was appointed to FIFA's international referees list in 2019. Kavanagh was the video assistant referee for the 2021 FA Cup final between Chelsea and Leicester City.

Kavanagh was appointed referee for the 2024 EFL Cup final between Chelsea and Liverpool on 25 February 2024.

In December 2025, Kavanagh was promoted to the elite list of UEFA referees.

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Important facts

Born
4 September 1985, Manchester
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football referee, Tottenham Hotspur F.C. supporters
Nationality
United Kingdom
Also known as
Christopher Kavanagh

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Chris Kavanagh?

association football referee

When was Chris Kavanagh born?

Chris Kavanagh was born on 4 September 1985 in Manchester.

What is Chris Kavanagh's occupation?

Chris Kavanagh is an association football referee and tottenham Hotspur F.C. supporters.

What nationality is Chris Kavanagh?

Chris Kavanagh is British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Chris Kavanagh

· Wikidata: Q39079273

· DBpedia: Chris Kavanagh (referee)

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