Rugby referee Nigel Owens wants to officiate football match

Rugby union official Nigel Owens has said that he would love to referee a football game and deal with the likes of Jose Mourinho.

Owens, who is known for his stern officiating and witty remarks during games, will referee the Rugby World Cup which starts on Friday.

Mourinho has come into criticism in the past for his behaviour towards football officials and his personal views on referee bias aimed at Chelsea players.

"If you had coaches in rugby having a go at referees like Jose Mourinho and some others do, they would be dealt with more firmly," Owens told the Radio Times. "I'm afraid they would be down to five-a-side before half time."

Chelsea manager Mourinho has been fined a number of times in the past, including £8,000 for inappropriate conduct, and £10,000 for comments towards match officials.