Ant Canavan

Ant Canavan is a steward at Anfield and a referee in lower league football, with over two decades of experience officiating games. He has been vocal about the increasing aggression and misconduct displayed by parents during youth matches, noting that such behavior has worsened since the COVID-19 pandemic. Canavan has shared his experiences of dealing with abusive parents and has advocated for better protective measures for referees, including the use of body cameras to deter misconduct.