Billy Thompson: RFL pays tribute to former referee who died aged 87

The Rugby Football League has paid tribute to former referee Billy Thompson after he died aged 87.
Source: BBC Rugby League
Billy Thompson: RFL pays tribute to former referee who died aged 87

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