Dermot Gallagher (born 20 May 1957) [1] is a retired Irish association football referee based in Banbury, Oxfordshire. He refereed in the Premier League of English football until May 2007.

3 days ago · Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images Former referee Dermot Gallagher gives verdict on Arsenal red card vs Wolves. Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher has given his verdict on the situation surrounding the Arsenal red card.. Chiming in on the controversy, he said on Sky Sports ref watch: “I think it’s breaking up a promising attack, other referees think differently, I think it’s ...

3 days ago · Dermot Gallagher has had his say on a contentious refereeing decision from Liverpool’s 4-1 win over Ipswich on Saturday. Referee Michael Salisbury had a largely stress-free afternoon at Anfield ...

Attacks on Michael Oliver and other officials risk “stopping the lifeblood” of new referees coming through, Dermot Gallagher has warned. Oliver and his family have been subjected to threats ...

Jan 20, 2025 · Dermot Gallagher returned to review the weekend decisions in Ref Watch and explained why Tottenham should have been awarded a penalty against Everton.

Jan 16, 2025 · Ex-Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher assesses the controversial moments from the midweek action, including incidents from Chelseas draw with Bournemouth and Arsenals win over Tottenham in ...

Oct 7, 2024 · Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher has issued his verdict on some of the controversial Premier League decisions over the weekend. It was a mixed weekend for London’s top flight clubs, with Arsenal and Brentford winning, while Chelsea drew and both Crystal Palace and Fulham were defeated.

Oct 23, 2023 · After a thrilling Merseyside derby between Liverpool and Everton, former referee Dermot Gallagher provided his expert analysis on some crucial refereeing decisions. The match ended in a 2-0 victory for Liverpool, with Mohamed Salah scoring both goals.

Oct 9, 2023 · Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher has backed Anthony Taylor's decision not to award Brighton a penalty in the 2-2 draw against Liverpool. The controversy arose when Kaoru Mitoma's shot deflected off Virgil van Dijk's thigh and then struck his hand.

Oct 2, 2023 · In a recent interview, former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher defended the decision made by Simon Hooper during the Liverpool vs Tottenham match. The controversial ruling involved a disallowed goal by Luis Díaz, which …