Referees named for Gulf Championship opener
The Gulf Football Federation announced the referees for the opening match of the "Gulf 27" Championship held in Jeddah, which will feature the national teams of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, under the leadership of Portuguese referee João Pinheiro. An Emirati referee will also officiate the Iraq vs. Oman match. The tournament will include referees from Gulf countries as well as international officials from Morocco, China, the Netherlands, and Portugal, as part of efforts to improve officiating standards and facilitate knowledge exchange. Recently, the referees participated in a comprehensive training camp to review officiating techniques, including Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology, aiming to enhance coordination and standardize procedures ahead of the competition, which runs until October 6, 2026.
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