Exciting Times for Bayern! First Female Referee in Charge
Breaking new ground for FC Bayern!
For the very first time in its 287th Champions League match, Bayern will have a woman refereeing a top-tier game. The midweek clash (9pm/DAZN and ) against FC Copenhagen in the Allianz Arena will be overseen by Stephanie Frappart. The French referee was selected by the European Football Union for Bayern's group match announcement on Monday.
Bayern's Refereeing Debut Against FC Copenhagen in the Champions League
Frappart is no stranger to German players like Manuel Neuer, Thomas Müller, and Serge Gnabry, having officiated during Germany's bitter World Cup preliminary round exit against Costa Rica (4:2) a year ago. It was a groundbreaking assignment; Frappart was the first woman to referee a men's World Cup match.
This is Frappart's third stint in the Champions League and her inaugural appearance in the current season. Last year, during Real Madrid's 5:1 win over Celtic Glasgow, the Frenchwoman awarded three penalties in the first half, leaving a lasting impression.
Previously, Frappart has refereed two European Cup matches for the Bayern women's soccer team.
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The upcoming Bundesliga match between FC Bayern Munich and FC Copenhagen will be more than just a victory for Bayern; it will also be a significant milestone for women in soccer. As the first female referee to officiate a men's World Cup match, Frappart takes charge.
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Insights into Stephanie Frappart's Career
Stephanie Frappart, the French referee who is set to officiate a major European Champions League match, has undoubtedly carved a niche for herself in the world of soccer. Her achievements in refereeing are substantial:
- Frappart made history as the first woman to officiate a professional men's match in a second-tier French league game, a men's Ligue 1 game, and the first woman to officiate a men's World Cup match.
- She ensured another milestone by becoming the first woman to referee a men's Champions League match.
- Frappart is committed to promoting female referees. She collaborates with France’s national postal service, La Poste, on a committee called “Women and Refereeing,” with the objective of increasing the number of female match officials across various sports in France.
- Despite encountering sexism and misogyny, Frappart continues to garner significant recognition for her work. She has officiated high-profile matches, including the French Cup final and World Cup qualifiers. Her career has seen a 14% increase in female referees last season and a 5% increase this season, illustrating changing mentalities and expanding opportunities for women in sports.
- Frappart's dedication to breaking down barriers and boosting the visibility of female officials in refereeing sets a powerful example for future generations of female officials in soccer.
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