Born: 19 August 1987
Hometown: Milano
Debut as referee: –
Serie A – debut: 26 January 2020 (at the age of 28 years, 2 months and 25 days old)
FIFA rankning: UEFA Elite Referee
Information:
Simone Sozza is an Italian football referee who has gained recognition for his work in both Serie A and Serie B, the top two tiers of Italian football. Born on August 19, 1987, in Seregno, Sozza began his refereeing career at the amateur level and gradually climbed the ranks in the Italian football refereeing system. He is part of the Associazione Italiana Arbitri (AIA), the Italian refereeing association.
Serie A debut:
Simone Sozza made his debut as a referee in Serie A on May 15, 2021, officiating a match between Cagliari and Genoa. This marked his rise to the highest level of Italian football refereeing.
Key Appointments:
Since his debut, he has been involved in various important matches in both Serie A and Serie B, as well as in domestic cup competitions like the Coppa Italia.
International Career:
Although Sozza primarily officiates in Italy, he is also part of UEFA’s pool of referees and has been involved in international competitions, such as European youth tournaments and qualifying rounds of UEFA competitions.
Style and Reputation:
Sozza is known for his calm demeanor on the pitch and his ability to handle high-pressure situations. He is appreciated for his clear decision-making and communication with players, which has helped him gain the trust of both players and fans. As of recent years, Sozza is seen as one of the emerging refereeing talents in Italy and is considered to have a promising future at the international level as well.