Chelsea vs Barcelona Champions League Clash Referee and VAR Officials Revealed
As Chelsea prepares to face Barcelona in an important Champions League match, the officiating details have been officially released. The match is scheduled for Tuesday night at Stamford Bridge. Both teams currently stand equal on points in their group, with two wins, one draw, and one loss each. Goal difference is the only factor separating them in the standings.
Chelsea’s Home Record and Barcelona’s Threat
Victorious on their home ground, Chelsea seeks to maintain their perfect record after winning against Benfica and Ajax. Enzo Maresca, the Chelsea manager, has recognized the significant challenge posed by Barcelona under coach Hansi Flick. Players like Robert Lewandowski, Lamine Yamal, and Marcus Rashford enhance Barcelona’s powerful attack.
Maresca expressed admiration for the Spanish side, stating, “I think they’re spectacular. It’s a team that showcases both quality in attack and defense. Their performance last season, which includes winning La Liga and reaching the Champions League semi-finals, speaks volumes.” He emphasized that Chelsea aims to adopt similar values and offensive initiatives.
Match Officials for Chelsea vs. Barcelona
The referee for the crucial encounter will be Slavko Vinčić from Slovenia, who has prior experience officiating Chelsea’s matches. His last appearance in charge of Chelsea was during their Club World Cup round of 16 match against Benfica, where the Blues triumphed 4-1 after extra time.
Referee and VAR Details
- Referee: Slavko Vinčić (SVN)
- Assistant Referees: Tomaž Klančnik (SVN), Andraž Kovačič (SVN)
- Fourth Official: David Šmajc (SVN)
- Video Assistant Referee: Christian Dingert (GER)
- Assistant Video Assistant Referee: Benjamin Brand (GER)
The presence of experienced officials is expected to enhance the match’s quality, ensuring both teams adhere to the rules and maintain sportsmanship during this pivotal encounter in the Champions League.
