German referee Daniel Siebert will officiate the UEFA Champions League final between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal [1].
The appointment marks a significant career milestone for Siebert, who was recently omitted from the FIFA World Cup referee list [3]. His selection for the final suggests continued confidence in his officiating from UEFA leadership despite the World Cup snub.
The match is scheduled for May 30, 2024 [2], and will take place at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary [2]. This event represents the first Champions League final for Siebert [4].
UEFA has also confirmed the support team for the match. The VAR officials will include Bastian Dankert and Robert Schröder as assistant VARs, with Carlos Del Cerro Grande serving as the VAR supervisor [4].
Siebert's presence in the final brings a level of familiarity for the competing clubs. The appointment comes as both Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal prepare for the high-stakes showdown in Hungary [3].
“German referee Daniel Siebert will officiate the UEFA Champions League final”
The selection of Daniel Siebert highlights a divergence in valuation between UEFA and FIFA regarding the official's current standing. By awarding him the highest-profile club match in Europe after he missed out on the World Cup roster, UEFA is effectively validating his quality on the international stage.
