German Referee Appointed For Champions League Showdown Between Inter Milan & Liverpool | OneFootball

UEFA have appointed German referee Felix Zwayer to take charge of Inter Milan’s crucial Champions League clash with Liverpool on Tuesday, December 9.

The match forms part of the sixth round of the League Phase, with both sides vying for an automatic qualification place.

Zwayer, one of Europe’s most experienced officials, will lead a fully German refereeing team at San Siro, as per FCInterNews.

Robert Kempter and Christian Dietz have been named as his assistants, while Martin Petersen will act as fourth official on the touchline.

In the VAR booth, Sorens Storks has been assigned to oversee video review operations, supported by Christian Dingert as AVAR.

Inter Vs Liverpool – Zwayer Appointed In Key Champions League Clash

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – SEPTEMBER 18: Referee Felix Zwayer signals during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1 match between Manchester City and SSC Napoli at City of Manchester Stadium on September 18, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images)

Inter will be hoping for a smooth and straightforward evening from the officiating crew.

Indeed, as Cristian Chivu’s side look to secure a strong finish in their League Phase group.

Zwayer has extensive Champions League experience.

The German has officiated high-profile European fixtures for more than a decade.

Therefore, UEFA have once again turned to him for a match with major stakes.

The Nerazzurri enter the tie knowing the margins are tight at this stage of the competition.

Therefore, the referee’s role will be under particular scrutiny with knockout qualification implications on the line.

Liverpool, meanwhile, arrive at San Siro needing points of their own, setting the scene for a tense showdown.