French referee Stephanie Frappart made history on Wednesday night when she became the first female to referee a men’s UEFA Champions League match.
The 36-year-old, who also officiated the 2019 Women’s World Cup final, oversaw Juventus’ win over Dynamo Kyiv on Wednesday. It is not the first time.
Stephanie Frappart, who has developed a reputation as one the best referees in recent years, was also praised online by football fans for the historic achievement.