UEFA Confirm Referee for Euro 2024 Final: Fans React
The wait is almost over, as England and Spain prepare to face off in the Euro 2024 final at Berlin’s Olympic Stadium on Sunday. But amidst the excitement, some fans are left feeling frustrated with UEFA’s decision to appoint French referee Francois Letexier to oversee the highly anticipated match.
Letexier, 35, has already officiated three games at this year’s tournament, including Croatia’s 2-2 draw with Albania, Denmark’s goalless stalemate with Serbia, and Spain’s 4-1 win over Georgia in the round of 16. He will be joined by French assistants Cyril Mugnier and Mehdi Rahmouni, while Szymon Marciniak (Poland) will be the fourth official.
The video assistant referee (VAR) role has been assigned to Jerome Brisard (France), who will be assisted by Willy Delajod (France) and supported by Massimiliano Irrati (Italy).
Fan Reactions
While some fans have praised Letexier’s appointment, others have expressed concerns about potential bias. "French referee? You just know he’s going to punish Spain for knocking out France," posted one unhappy supporter on social media. Another added: "I wonder if a French referee will be biased against Spain, after only knocking his country out."
However, former Premier League referee Keith Hackett was fully supportive of the appointment. "One of the most outstanding referees appointed to the Euro 24 Final," he posted. "Francois Letexier of France will oversee the EURO final between Spain and England. Congratulations a terrific choice."
The Stats
Letexier has given out an average of 4.3 yellow cards and 0.3 red cards per game in the tournament so far. He has also awarded an average of 4.1 goals per game, with an average possession percentage of 52.3%.
The Verdict
While some fans may have concerns about Letexier’s appointment, it’s hard to deny his impressive track record at this year’s tournament. With his experience and expertise, he is well-equipped to handle the intense pressure of the Euro 2024 final.
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