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Glenn Nyberg, from Sweden, will referee Flamengo’s match in the Intercontinental quarterfinals

Dreaming of the Intercontinental title, Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (10th) to face Cruz Azul from Mexico. The ‘Derby of the Americas’ takes place at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan and will have Swedish refereeing.

FIFA has appointed Glenn Nyberg, from Sweden, as the referee for Cruz Azul vs Flamengo, in the quarterfinals of the Intercontinental Cup. In addition, the referee will be assisted by fellow Swedes Mahbod Beigi and Andreas Söderkvist. Finally, VAR will be handled by Fedayi San, from Switzerland.

IS THE SWEDISH REFEREE WELL-KNOWN?

Glenn Nyberg often officiates matches in the Champions League, Europa League, World Cup Qualifiers, and Nations League. Additionally, in the Club World Cup held in June, the Swedish referee was in charge of two matches, including Botafogo’s victory over Seattle Sounders (USA).

More recently, the referee drew attention by sending off Cristiano Ronaldo in a World Cup Qualifiers match. On that occasion, the Portuguese star elbowed Dara O’Shea in the back during a 2-0 defeat to Ireland.

WHAT ARE THE DETAILS OF THE FLAMENGO vs CRUZ AZUL MATCH?

With the refereeing team set, Flamengo will make their debut next Wednesday (10th), against Cruz Azul, at 2:00 pm (Brasília time), at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan. The match marks the beginning of the red-and-black’s journey towards the title.

If they beat the Mexican club, Flamengo will advance to face Pyramids in the next round. If they maintain their good performance, the team will reach the final against PSG, Champions League winners, and could crown a historic season.

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