Predictions
UEFA has officially released the list of referees who will take charge of the decisive Matchday 6 fixtures in the Champions League group stage — a set of games that will determine final standings and knockout stage placements.
Spanish Referee Team Assigned for Atalanta vs Chelsea
Chelsea’s crucial away match against Atalanta in Bergamo will be officiated by a fully Spanish refereeing crew.
UEFA has appointed Alejandro Hernández as the main referee for the game.
He will be supported by:
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- José Naranjo – Assistant referee
- Diego Sánchez Rojo – Assistant referee
- Alejandro Muñiz – Fourth official
The VAR room will also be led by Spanish officials:
- César Soto Grado – VAR
- Guillermo Cuadra Fernández – Assistant VAR
The decision to send an experienced Spanish team underlines the importance of the fixture. With qualification on the line and group positioning still up for grabs, Chelsea will need full focus as they travel to Italy for what promises to be one of the standout matches of the round.
Felix Zwayer to Officiate Inter vs Liverpool
Elsewhere, German referee Felix Zwayer has been appointed to the headline match of the round — Inter vs Liverpool at San Siro. UEFA has placed some of their most trusted officials on the biggest fixtures, reflecting how crucial Matchday 6 has become across the tournament.
A Defining Night Ahead
The clash with Atalanta represents a major test for Chelsea as they look to secure the best possible position heading into the knockout phase.
With the margins tighter than ever, every refereeing decision will carry extra weight — and UEFA’s selections show they expect a high-stakes, high-intensity encounter in Bergamo.
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