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UEFA appoints Davide Massa as referee for England-Spain clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 8:47 AM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

UEFA appoints Davide Massa as referee for England-Spain clash

Summary

UEFA has announced that Italian referee Davide Massa will officiate the upcoming match between England and Spain on Saturday. Massa, experienced in international officiating and known for his control and judgment, will be supported by fellow Italians Filippo Meli and Stefano Alassio as assistant referees and Daniele Chiffi as the fourth official. This match is expected to be crucial as both teams are prominent figures in European soccer. The matchup emphasizes the importance of top-tier officiating for high-stakes encounters.

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By the Numbers

•Davide Massa will officiate the England-Spain match on Saturday.
•Massa has officiated in Serie A and international tournaments.
•He is familiar with the Spanish national team from previous matches.
•Filippo Meli and Stefano Alassio will assist Massa on the touchlines.
•Daniele Chiffi will serve as the fourth official.

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UEFA has confirmed the officiating team that will oversee next Saturday’s clash between England and Spain. The man in charge will be Italian referee Davide Massa, a highly experienced official on th...
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