Ahead of one of the biggest clashes in the Egyptian Premier League, the Egyptian Football Association has confirmed German referee Daniel Schlager as the official in charge of the match between Al Ahly and Pyramids FC.
⚖️ Full Refereeing Team
The match will be officiated by Daniel Schlager, assisted by Sven Jablonski (assistant referee 1) and Tobias Fritsch (assistant referee 2), while Martin Petersen will serve as the fourth official.
The VAR room will be led by Pascal Müller, assisted by Katrin Rafalski, forming an all-European officiating team for the high-profile encounter.
🏟️ Match Details
The match kicks off at 8:00 PM as part of the fourth round of the Egyptian Premier League, with huge anticipation due to its impact on the title race.
👤 Who is Daniel Schlager?
Daniel Schlager is one of Germany’s rising referees, who began his professional career in 2014 in the 3rd division before progressing to the Bundesliga in 2018.
He became FIFA-listed in 2022 and has officiated major UEFA Champions League fixtures. He also previously served as fourth official in a match between Al Ahly and Pyramids FC.
Known for his strict officiating style, Schlager has also faced criticism in some Bundesliga matches due to controversial decisions.
This fixture will be a major test for the German referee in one of Egypt’s most intense football rivalries.
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