Match Officials Announced for Europa League and Conference League Fixtures
The match officials for the upcoming Europa League fixtures have been confirmed, and it's set to be quite the spectacle. The clash between Lazio and Viktoria Plzen will see Danny Makkelie from the Netherlands take charge, flanked by assistant referees Hessel Steegstra and Jan de Vries. The fourth official for this encounter will be Marc Nagtegaal, while the VAR duties will be handled by Rob Dieperink and Erwin Blank. Both teams will be eager to leave their mark on the competition.
Over in Bilbao, French referee Clรฉment Turpin has been given the whistle for the Athletic Bilbao versus Roma showdown. Heโll be supported by assistants Nicolas Danos and Benjamin Pages, with Mathieu Vernice stepping in as the fourth official. The VAR officials for this match are Jรฉrรดme Brisard and Swiss referee Fedayi San, ensuring that all decisions are meticulously checked and double-checked. Kick-off for both these gripping encounters is slated for Thursday at 18:45 (local time).
In the Conference League, the official for the Fiorentina vs. Panathinaikos tie, which acts as the return leg of the Round of 16, is none other than Scotlandโs John Beaton. He will be accompanied by assistant referees Daniel McFarlane and David McGeachie, with Donald Robertson serving as the fourth official. The VAR responsibilities will lie with Andrew Dallas and Steven McLean. This match is set for March 13 at 21:00 in Florence, promising to deliver a thrilling atmosphere.
Resource: ANSA