Some of the qualities of an effective referee include the ability to make fair judgments and the ability to speak clearly. A referee must also be impartial and must pay attention at all times.
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You'd have to know the rules inside out. Be fit enough to run for 90 minutes, possibly 120. Take no rubbish from the players and have the conviction to stand by your decisions and be able to take all the criticism the day after if you have a bad game.
To be a referee (Soccer)
be 14 years or older
Fitness - as you progress through the levels amateur through to professional the players become fitter and faster.
Good eye sight with or without glasses/contact lenses
Have time to study the games fundamental rules
Confidence
Time to give without payment in the initial stages as referees officiate at amateur games
Good communication skills
be prepared to have spectator "advice" on any aspect of the rules you apply (in any game there are a considerable amount of other referees watching - we call these spectators - as everyone has their own opinion)
Be able to handle difficult and heated situations.
~fairness to both teams ~understandment of the game ~paying attention to the game instead of ignoring it
You must know the game front and back and be fair no matter who you like better!