Claudia Romani packs up Modelling career, to become professional Referee in Italy

Italian model Claudia Romani is venturing into a new career path in the world of football - after passing an exam in order to become a professional referee.

The 32-year-old has hung up her heels to become a referee, something which has been high on her agenda for a number of months.

Romani is now qualified to referee fixtures in both Serie A and Serie B - something which she is understandably delighted about.

Romani looks in bouyant mood as she models in a referee's kit for Halloween.

She said: ‘Running around on the pitch with all those players and calling the shots is just an irresistible opportunity.'

No female referee has taken charge of a Serie A game as yet due to the amount of experience it commands.

That could soon change in the future, however, as Romani looks to take the Italian league by storm.

Claudia plays football wearing AC Milan jersey.