Topic: Dan Robathan

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I want to use my mental health experiences to help others - Robathan

Former assistant referee Dan Robathan ran the line at the FA Cup final between Crystal Palace and Manchester City in 2025. Just one year later he talked to BBC Newsbeat about losing his career after doctors found benign tumours in his spine.

25 Sept 2026, 07:56 UTC

Sports

The FA Cup final assistant ref whose life was turned upside down by tumour discovery

Dan Robathan tells BBC Newsbeat how his career as a Premier League assistant referee was brought to an end by the discovery of spinal tumours.

25 Sept 2026, 07:55 UTC

Health

FA Cup assistant ref says tumours ended his career

Dan Robathan says he needs time to "grieve" his career.

25 Sept 2026, 06:55 UTC