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Introduction of the referees in charge of the KIRIN CHALLENGE CUP 2023 match between SAMURAI BLUE and El Salvador National Team
15 June 2023

The referees in charge of the KIRIN CHALLENGE CUP 2023 SAMURAI BLUE (Japan National Team) vs El Salvador National Team, to be held at Toyota Stadium on Thursday 15 June, shared their enthusiasm for the match.
Referees in charge
Referee: Andrew Madley (England)
Assistant referee 1: Zahy Snaid ALShammari (Qatar)
Assistant referee 2: Khaled Aiad Khalaf (Qatar)
Fourth official: Khamis Mohammed AL- Marri (Qatar)
VAR: Abdulhadi Al-Ruaile (Qatar)
AVAR: Mohammed Ahmed AL-Shammari (Qatar)
Referee Crew's Comment
Andrew Madley (England)
After coming to this country as a part the referee exchange programme and overseeing matches in the J.League, I'm extremely honoured to be in charge of the KIRIN CHALLENGE CUP. I work in the Premier League back home in England, but the experience I've gained over the past few weeks has been a wonderful addition to my career as a referee because it has allowed me to see the distinct culture and playing style of Japanese football. I will do my best to display my finest refereeing as a way of expressing my gratitude for the opportunity to oversee this match, my time in Japan, and the people I have met through this programme.
SAMURAI BLUE (Japan National Team) vs El Salvador National Team
Date: Thu. 15 June 2023 19:10
Venue: Toyota Stadium, Aichi
Tournament information
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