Howard Webb keen to bring more ex-players into refereeing

Much was made of Szymon Marciniak's amateur playing background as praise was heaped on him for his confident performance in the World Cup final

MAN IN THE MIDDLE: Referee Szymon Marciniak won widespread praise for his firm handling of the World Cup final. Picture: Mike Egerton/PA 

Premier League referees' chief Howard Webb is keen to look at how more ex-professional players in England can be enticed into officiating.

Much was made of Polish referee Szymon Marciniak's amateur playing background as praise was heaped on him for his confident performance in last Sunday's World Cup final.