FIFA picked Ramon Abatti to referee the huge clash between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund. The Brazilian official will take charge when these football giants meet on Saturday. MetLife Stadium hosts this quarter-final showdown that has fans buzzing with excitement. Abatti comes from Santa Catalina and recently turned 35 years old. His appointment puts him center stage for one of the tournament's biggest matches.
The referee joined Brazil's football organization back during 2020. FIFA gave him his international badge just one year later. Abatti already knows Real Madrid well after handling their group stage game against Pachuca. He made headlines when he showed Raul Asensio a straight red card after only seven minutes. That decisive call proved he won't hesitate to make tough decisions.
Players notice Abatti's unique style on the pitch because he talks to them during games. His facial expressions grab attention from fans watching on television. Those eye movements became famous during a match between America Mineiro and Atletico Mineiro back during 2022. He gave player Everaldo a stern visual warning that went viral online. The referee's personality makes him stand out from other officials.
Abatti handled the Olympic Games football final at Paris 2024 where Spain crushed France 5-3. That experience proves he can manage pressure situations with world-class teams. His track record shows FIFA trusts him with their most important matches. The Brazilian brings solid credentials to Saturday's blockbuster encounter. Real Madrid and Dortmund players will face a referee who demands respect.
The referee joined Brazil's football organization back during 2020. FIFA gave him his international badge just one year later. Abatti already knows Real Madrid well after handling their group stage game against Pachuca. He made headlines when he showed Raul Asensio a straight red card after only seven minutes. That decisive call proved he won't hesitate to make tough decisions.
Players notice Abatti's unique style on the pitch because he talks to them during games. His facial expressions grab attention from fans watching on television. Those eye movements became famous during a match between America Mineiro and Atletico Mineiro back during 2022. He gave player Everaldo a stern visual warning that went viral online. The referee's personality makes him stand out from other officials.
Abatti handled the Olympic Games football final at Paris 2024 where Spain crushed France 5-3. That experience proves he can manage pressure situations with world-class teams. His track record shows FIFA trusts him with their most important matches. The Brazilian brings solid credentials to Saturday's blockbuster encounter. Real Madrid and Dortmund players will face a referee who demands respect.
