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Referee Mike Dean's Matchday Controversies Resurface

Updated 2026-09-04 16:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

Former Premier League referee Mike Dean is once again in the spotlight over allegations of playing games during matches. BBC Sport investigates evidence surrounding these claims.

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Dean says he always applied laws - but which matches did he play games in?

Is there any evidence that former Premier League referee Mike Dean used to play mini-games during matches? BBC Sport has taken a look at the evidence.

2026-09-04 16:30 UTC