Born: 11 July 1984
Hometown: Rome
Debut as referee: –
Serie A – debut: 30 December 2017 (at the age of 33 years, 5 months and 19 days old)
FIFA rankning: –
Information:
Francesco Fourneau is an Italian football referee, known for officiating in Serie A and Serie B matches. Born on September 24, 1984, in Rome, Fourneau began his career in refereeing within the lower leagues before gradually working his way up to Italy’s top football divisions. He gained recognition for his calm demeanor on the pitch, good communication skills with players, and his ability to manage high-pressure situations.
Fourneau was promoted to officiate Serie B matches around 2016 and quickly made an impression. In 2017, he made his debut in Serie A, Italy’s top flight, and has since become a regular in overseeing important matches. He is also part of the Italian Referee Association (AIA), which manages the careers and appointments of referees in Italy.
Aside from Serie A and Serie B, Fourneau has occasionally been involved in international competitions and other Italian football tournaments such as Coppa Italia.
His style of refereeing is often characterized by his emphasis on allowing the game to flow, only interrupting play when necessary, and his consistent application of the rules. Despite the inherent pressure of refereeing at such a high level, Fourneau has generally maintained a solid reputation among players, coaches, and analysts alike.