Stéphanie Frappart to retire after 2025-26 as she joins UEFA refereeing commission | OneFootball

Stéphanie Frappart will step away from on-field refereeing at the end of 2025-26, having been appointed to UEFA's refereeing commission. The French Football Federation announced her decision and paid tribute as she prepares to take up her new duties.

The 42-year-old has been an international referee since 2010 and worked at the 2022 World Cup.

FFF president Philippe Diallo hailed an exceptional career, saying her achievements have opened a pathway for many girls to enter refereeing and that her example will continue to inspire officials of the future.

Antony Gautier, the federation's head of refereeing, described an outstanding journey since she reached the elite level in 2003 and praised her commitment to the development of women's refereeing.

He highlighted her landmark firsts, from refereeing in Ligue 1 to officiating at a men's World Cup and overseeing a UEFA Super Cup, adding that she consistently pushed limits and showed gender is no barrier to excellence.

Source: L'Équipe