The 12 referees who will be in charge in Poland and Ukraine.
Scot Craig Thomson took up refereeing at the age of just 16 and has steadily worked his way up through the ranks to be involved at the very peak of the profession, having been selected to officiate at a major international competition for the first time.
Season Stats
| Games | 37 |
| Yellow Cards | 128 |
| Red Cards | 12 |
Refree File
| Date of Birth | 20/6/1972 |
| Refereeing style | Will apply advantage rule, strict with cards |
| Biggest match | Euro 2012 qualifying Serbia v Italy |
THOMSON'S SUPPORTING TEAM
| Assistant Ref 1 | Alasdair Ross |
| Assistant Ref 2 | Derek Rose |
| Assistant Ref 3 | Graham Chambers (Standby) |
| Additional Assistant | Willie Collum |
| Additional Assistant | Euan Norris |
He was also criticized following the 2011-12 Scottish Cup final between Hearts and Hibs after awarding a penalty to the Jam Tarts for a challenge that appeared to occur outside the area.
Nevertheless, the referee remains a respected figure and enhanced his reputation after donating his 1,000 pounds fee from that final to the Hospice that cared for his late mother.
Nevertheless, the referee remains a respected figure and enhanced his reputation after donating his 1,000 pounds fee from that final to the Hospice that cared for his late mother.
