Members of Bootle Referees’ Association have been appointed to a range of EFL and other and Premier League fixtures this week. Below is a summary of matches taking place between 13-22 January that feature our members.

Sky Bet Championship

Saturday, 17th January 2026
Wrexham v Norwich City
Fourth Official: Matt Corlett

Wednesday, 21st January 2026
Watford v Portsmouth
Fourth Official: Benjamin Speedie

Sky Bet League One

Saturday, 17th January 2026
Bradford City v Cardiff City
Fourth Official: Scott Jackson

Leyton Orient v Reading
Referee: Elliot Bell

Thursday, 22nd January 2026
Lincoln City v Burton Albion
Referee: Matt Corlett

CArabao Cup

Wednesday, 14th January 2026
Chelsea v Arsenal
VAR: Jarred Gillett

Premier League

Monday, 19 January 2026
Sunderland v Crystal Palace
VAR: Peter Bankes

Spurs v West Ham
Referee: Jarred Gillett

Brighton v Bournemouth
VAR: Jarred Gillett

Bootle Referees’ Association is proud to see its members appointed to fixtures across EFL and other and Premier League once again. Their continued involvement at this level is a reflection of the commitment and professionalism shown across our membership. We look forward to seeing more appointments as the season progresses.