On the relationship between professionally significant psychophysiological qualities and the qualification level of football referees

The purpose of the study is to examine the presence and nature of the relationship between professionally significant psychophysiological qualities and the qualification level of football referees. Research methods: psychophysiological testing, methods of mathematical statistics. Research results and conclusions. Significant differences have been identified among referees of different qualifications in terms of time perception accuracy, reaction speed, and volitional qualities. Strong correlations were found between experience and perception accuracy, qualification and reaction speed, and volitional qualities and decision-making effectiveness. It was concluded that psychophysiological indicators are predictors of refereeing effectiveness, which justifies the need for specialized training for referees.