Breaking news! Referee with sharp memory assigned to Benfica v Real Madrid | OneFootball

François Letexier was appointed by UEFA as the referee for the first leg of the Champions League match. He is a referee who brings good memories to Benfica, having officiated a match for the Eagles in the Club World Cup. Now, the Frenchman will be responsible for maintaining discipline during the home game against Real Madrid.

According to data released by the body that governs European football, the French referee will lead an entirely French officiating team. On the pitch, Letexier will be assisted by Cyril Mugnier and Mehdi Rahmouni. The fourth official will be Jérémie Pignard.

However, UEFA’s appointments didn’t stop there, as the names of those who will be present in the video assistant referee booth were also revealed. In another French duo, Jérôme Brisard will be the VAR responsible for Benfica – Real Madrid, assisted by Jarred Gillett (AVAR).

This will be the second Benfica match that François Letexier will referee within a year. It is worth recalling that the French referee led the officiating team that witnessed the Eagles’ unprecedented victory over Bayern Munich in the group stage of the Club World Cup, where the Glorious won 1-0, thanks to a goal from Andreas Schjelderup.

Having overcome Santa Clara, Benfica — who may have Lukebakio back — begins preparations for the clash against Real Madrid, counting for the first leg of the Champions League playoff. Next Monday, February 16, José Mourinho and another player from the squad, starting at 2:00 pm, will preview Wednesday’s match, February 17, at 8:00 pm.

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