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First woman referee for French Ligue 1 match
A woman has refereed a French Ligue 1 football match for the first time.
Semi-professional Stéphanie Frappart, who officiates at Ligue 2 games, issued four yellow cards during the Amiens-Strasbourg fixture on April 28.
It serves as training ahead of the Women’s World Cup, which kicks off in France in June.
See also: French Ligue 1 match has female referee for first time
