Who Is Esther Staubli, the Female Referee For Al Nassr Vs Inter Miami In the Riyadh Season Cup?

As the Riyadh Season Cup gears up for the highly anticipated showdown between Al-Nassr and Inter Miami, the soccer world is abuzz with excitement. While Cristiano Ronaldo’s injury has dampened the ‘Last Dance’ between the two legends, the fever surrounding the match remains palpable. However, amidst the star power, another name deserves its moment: Esther Staubli, the woman who’ll be officiating the encounter.

Staubli’s appointment as the referee for this marquee fixture marks a significant step towards inclusivity in soccer. As was announced earlier, a team of female referees will be officiating in the Riyadh Season Cup. Let’s uncover the information about Esther Staubli and what makes her qualified to handle the clash.

Discovering Esther Staubli: The Woman in charge of Al Nassr vs Inter Miami

Esther Staubli is a Swiss football referee and has etched her name in the history of soccer officiating. Joining the FIFA International Referees List in 2006, Staubli has steadily climbed the ranks. Notably, she created a record by becoming the first woman to officiate in a Men’s U-17 FIFA World Cup during the 2017 edition in India. She took charge of a group stage match between Japan and New Caledonia, creating history.

Staubli has also officiated in major tournaments in women’s soccer. The Swiss referee has taken charge of high-stakes clashes such as the Women’s EURO 2017 Final, the Women’s Champions League Final, and the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2015. She was also chosen to officiate at the 2019 and 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cups, showcasing her ability to handle the pressure and accuracy required at the highest level.

Her appointment for the Al Nassr vs Inter Miami match is a reminder of her unwavering dedication and exceptional skills. This decision follows the successful officiating of Inter Miami’s opening Riyadh Season Cup match by a team of Brazilian female referees led by Edina Alves Batista. Esther Staubli and her team of Swiss referees are set to lead the high-stakes encounter on Thursday.

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Luis Castro not risking ‘recovering’ Ronaldo

Al Nassr’s manager, Luis Castro, recently confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo would not be featuring in the Al-Nassr vs Inter Miami clash. The iconic forward grapples with a calf injury and remains in the final stages of his recovery. The manager was quoted as saying: “Ronaldo is in the final part of his recovery to join the group. We hope that in the next few days, you can start working with the team. He will be absent from the game,” Castro stated on Wednesday.

As Al Nassr aims for a stronger second half of the Saudi Pro League season, Ronaldo’s recovery remains a priority for Luis Castro & Co. Fans will be eager to witness his return to action, and missing his presence in ‘The Last Dance’ adds further anticipation for his return. What’s your prediction about the clash? Let us know in the comments section!

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