French referee François Letexier Takes Charge to Oversee Euro 2024 Final

The stage is set for a thrilling climax to Euro 2024.UEFA has put French referee François Letexier in the center of it all. The 35-year-old will be the man with the whistle for the much-anticipated final between Spain and England on Sunday, July 14th at the Olympiastadion in Berlin.

Refereeing team

• Referee: French referee François Letexier
• Assistant referees: Cyril Mugnier, Mehdi Rahmouni (both France)
• Fourth official: Szymon Marciniak (Poland)
• Reserve assistant referee: Tomasz Listkiewicz (Poland)
• Video assistant referee: Jérôme Brisard (France)
• VAR assistant: Willy Delajod (France)
• VAR support: Massimiliano Irrati (Italy)

Letexier is no stranger to the big stage. A FIFA referee since 2017, he boasts a resume that includes officiating at major tournaments. This year alone, he was the fourth official for the Champions League final and the referee for the UEFA Super Cup. At Euro 2024. He’s already over seen three matches, including Spain’s dominant win over Georgia in the round of 16.

While some may raise an eyebrow at his relative youth for such a high-profile match. Letexier’s experience and UEFA’s confidence in his abilities speak volumes. He’ll joined by a team of predominantly French officials with Polish referee Szymon Marciniak acting as the fourth official. Frenchman Jérôme Brisard taking the VAR role.

The appointment isn’t without its murmurs. Letexier has encountered controversy in the past, most recently in an Olympic play-off. However, his overall record suggests a focus on fair play and a willingness to let the game flow.

With England and Spain promising an electric encounter, all eyes will be on Letexier to ensure a smooth and decisive finale to Euro 2024. Can he navigate the pressure and potential flashpoints to deliver a memorable match for the right reasons? We’ll find out on Sunday.