The Premier League has appointed Michael Oliver as the referee for this weekend’s highly anticipated fixture between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge.
Oliver, one of England’s top referees, will be in charge of the London derby after previously officiating in Arsenal’s 2-2 draw at Manchester City earlier this season. During that match, Oliver made headlines by issuing a first-half red card to Leandro Trossard for kicking the ball away, with Arsenal leading 2-1 at the time.
Since then, Oliver has not officiated any Arsenal matches, but he will be back in the spotlight as he takes charge of this weekend’s encounter between Chelsea and Arsenal.
His assistants for the match will be Stuart Burt and James Mainwaring, with Andy Madley serving as the fourth official. Paul Tierney will oversee the VAR duties, ensuring a close review of any controversial moments during the game.
The clash between Chelsea and Arsenal is expected to be a thrilling one, with both teams in strong form and looking to continue their push for top spots in the Premier League standings. Fans will be keeping a close eye on Oliver’s decisions as the tension rises at Stamford Bridge.
