For West Ham United’s upcoming UEFA Europa League group stage match against FK TSC, the officiating team will be led by Dutch referee Allard Lindhout. Lindhout, a 36-year-old official, is a regular in the Eredivisie and has showcased his skills in various high-profile matches, including the Johan Cruyff Shield. His assistant referees for the match will be Rogier Honig and Patrick Inia, both experienced officials in the Eredivisie, who have previously worked with Lindhout in another UEFA Europa League match. The fourth official duties will be handled by Clay Ruperti, a referee from the Dutch second division.
Moving to the Premier League, Michael Oliver has been appointed as the referee for West Ham United’s match against Crystal Palace at London Stadium. Oliver, born in Ashington, Northumberland, has an impressive refereeing career, having officiated FA Cup finals, a Carabao Cup final, and matches at the FIFA World Cup. Stuart Burt and Dan Cook will serve as assistant referees, with Burt having worked alongside Oliver at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Darren Bond, who has been actively involved in VAR duties, will be the fourth official for the game. This match marks Oliver’s first assignment for West Ham United in the current season.
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