UEFA has officially appointed German referee Tobias Stieler to officiate Beşiktaş’s crucial upcoming UEFA Europa League play-off first leg against Kauno Zalgiris, according to governing body announcements. The fixture carries immense weight for the Turkish side as they chase a spot in the tournament’s main league phase.
Match Officials and German VAR Crew Confirmed for Play-Off
Tobias Stieler will take charge on the pitch as the central referee, backed by a fully German officiating crew. According to UEFA assignments, Lasse Koslowski and Jonas Weickenmeier will serve as the assistant referees, while Robin Braun takes the role of fourth official. Video Assistant Referee duties are also set for German officials, with Sören Storks operating the VAR console and Benjamin Cortus supporting as AVAR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the referee for the Beşiktaş vs Kauno Zalgiris match?
German referee Tobias Stieler is the central referee for the fixture.
Who is operating the VAR system for this Europa League play-off?
Sören Storks serves as the VAR official, with Benjamin Cortus acting as AVAR, both representing the German refereeing team.
What is at stake in this fixture?
The winner of the play-off tie advances to the main phase of the UEFA Europa League.
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