3 Facts About Kevin Friend

1. On 3 July 2012, it was announced that Kevin Friend would referee the 2012 FA Community Shield, played on 12 August at Villa Park.

2. In 2016, Kevin Friend was controversially prevented from officiating a Premier League match between Stoke City and title contenders Tottenham Hotspur, due to him being a supporter of fellow title challengers Leicester City.

3. In 2009, Kevin Friend was promoted to the list of Select Group Referees who officiate primarily in the Premier League.