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Dutch and Portuguese officials take charge
3 Oct
Summary
- Dutch referee Dani Makelie will officiate UAE vs Oman semi-final match.
- Portuguese referee Joao Pinero is assigned to Saudi Arabia vs Qatar clash.
- Officials from China, Iraq, and Bahrain also appointed for semi-final matches.

The Referees Committee of the Gulf Football Association has announced the officiating teams for the upcoming semi-final matches of the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup.
Dutch referee Dani Makelie has been appointed to officiate the semi-final clash between the UAE and Oman. This match will be held at Prince Abdullah Al-Faisal Sports City Stadium.
In the other semi-final, Portuguese referee Joao Pinero will take charge of the match between Saudi Arabia and Qatar, which is set to be played at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium. Both matches are scheduled to take place tomorrow.
Several other international referees and officials have also been assigned roles, including VAR duties and fourth officials, from countries such as China, Iraq, and Bahrain.