Dad's tweet about daughter's reaction to a female referee is what we need right now
The little girl was 'delighted' by the sight of a referee who looked like her.
Once again an adorable child has reminded us that people are capable of anything.
Twitter user Hullablue took his daughter to a semi-professional football game near Leeds, UK on Saturday, and got this snap of the little bean being inspired by an assistant referee.
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Needless to say, the photo warmed the cockles of many hearts, including the football team the pair had been watching.
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Consequently, Hullablue fleshed out the story with some more crucial details.
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The inspirational power of the photo spread far and wide, sending a positive message about women in football.
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Things certainly have come a long way since the FA banned women from the sport in 1921.