Dutch footballer and referee who officiated in the 1970s and 1980s, known for being one of the first referees to use yellow and red cards in international matches.
Pieter Vink is a former Dutch football referee who officiated for FIFA and UEFA, etching his name in the annals of history as the first referee to take charge of a match at the New Wembley Stadium in 2007. With a storied career spanning over two decades, Vink has left an indelible mark on the world of football refereeing.
Born on March 13, 1967, Vink began his refereeing journey in 1987. His dedication and perseverance earned him a spot in the Eredivisie C-List in 1993, followed by promotions to the B-List in 1996 and the A-List in 2001.
Vink's international career took off in 2004 when he became a FIFA referee. He made his debut in the UEFA Cup the same year and was appointed to officiate the 2005 UEFA European Under-19 Football Championship Final at Windsor Park, Belfast.
Vink has officiated numerous high-profile matches, including the Euro 2008 qualifying match between Scotland and Ukraine, the Champions League quarter-final first leg between Arsenal and Liverpool, and the Northern Ireland vs. Denmark match at Windsor Park.
Beyond his refereeing career, Vink has worked as a police officer and enjoys playing golf in his free time.
Pieter Vink's remarkable career has inspired a new generation of referees, cementing his place as one of the most respected and accomplished referees in the history of football.
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