Referee: Keith Stroud
Assistant Referees: John Flynn and Daniel Robathan
Fourth Official: Andy Woolmer
Keith Stroud is one of the most recognisable referees on the EFL circuit having taken charge of his first professional game way back in 2004.
Over the past 14 seasons he has been involved in FA Cup and Play-Off finals, as well as spending a number of seasons officiating in the Premier League. In total, Keith has taken charge of 16 Bees games, dating back to 2006, most notably our 2-2 draw at Bramall Lane in April 2013, which saw four penalties and red cards given.
This campaign Keith has taken charge of 13 matches showing 65 yellow, and 5 red, cards.
Aston Villa 2017/18
265 fouls – 13th in Championship
26 yellow cards – 23rd in Championship
2 red cards – 4th in Championship
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