Football fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating the upcoming Champions League match between Real Madrid and Manchester City. This fixture has become a regular highlight in the competition, with both teams set to face each other in the Round of 16 play-off.
The first leg of this highly anticipated match will take place at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester. Both teams are entering the match under challenging circumstances. Manchester City has recently experienced a series of setbacks, including a significant defeat to Arsenal in the English Premier League. Similarly, Real Madrid, despite leading the Spanish La Liga, has faced difficulties this season, particularly in the Champions League, which has led them to participate in the play-off.
This situation makes the upcoming match crucial for both teams. It presents an opportunity to advance to the quarter-finals and potentially turn their seasons around, or conversely, it could mark the end of their Champions League aspirations.
As the match approaches, fans are keen to know who will officiate this important game. The European Football Association has announced that French referee Clément Turpin will officiate the first leg of the Round of 16 play-off between Real Madrid and Manchester City.
Who is Clément Turpin, the referee for the Real Madrid and Manchester City match?
Clément Turpin is a French referee born on May 16, 1982, making him 42 years old. He has been an international referee since 2010. Turpin began his refereeing career in 2006 and progressed through the ranks of the French league, reaching the top tier in 2008. He has officiated numerous matches in both World Cup and European Championship tournaments for national teams and club competitions.
One of his most notable matches was the 2022 Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool at the Stade de France, where Real Madrid secured a 1-0 victory.
What is the refereeing crew for the Real Madrid vs. Manchester City match in the Champions League?
The officiating team for the upcoming match includes:
- Referee: Clément Turpin
- First Assistant: Nicolas Danos
- Second Assistant: Benjamin Pages
- Fourth Official: Mathieu Vernice
- Video Assistant Referee (VAR): Jérôme Brisard
- Assistant VAR: Willy Delajod
This experienced team will oversee the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16 play-off between Real Madrid and Manchester City. citeturn0search0
