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Akil Howson to make history as first black FA Cup final official

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Akil Howson to make history as first black FA Cup final official
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Akil Howson will become the first black official to take part in an FA Cup final when Chelsea face Manchester City next month.



The 35-year-old assistant referee, who is attached to the Leicestershire & Rutland Football Association, has been appointed to the match at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, 16 May.



Darren England has been named as the referee for the final – his first time officiating English football’s showpiece occasion. England previously served as the fourth official in t

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