The referee to officiate the biggest fixture in the quarter-finals of the UVL for Wednesday, April 16, 2025, Real Madrid vs Arsenal has been confirmed in recent reports.
Francois Letexier will lead an all-French officiating crew for the upcoming fixture. A seasoned referee in Ligue 1 since 2016, Letexier joined FIFA’s international list a year later and has since taken charge of several high-profile encounters, most notably the Euro 2024 final between Spain and England.
Although this will be his first time officiating a match involving our team, Letexier is no stranger to Real Madrid. He has refereed four of their matches, including Champions League quarter-finals at the Bernabéu against Chelsea and Manchester City over the last two seasons. His most recent Madrid assignment was their 1-0 defeat to Liverpool at Anfield in November, where he awarded penalties to both sides.
Match Officials:
- Referee: Francois Letexier
- Assistant Referees: Cyril Mugnier, Mehdi Rahmouni
- Fourth Official: Stephanie Frappart
- VAR: Jerome Brisard
- Assistant VAR: Bastien Dechepy
Players available for Real Madrid vs Arsenal
The Gunners head into the match with confidence, having secured a commanding 3-0 victory in the first leg at the Emirates Stadium. With a place in the semi-finals at stake, Arteta has selected a strong squad, ensuring depth in all areas of the pitch.
Arsenal fans will be pleased to see Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Martin Ødegaard leading the charge. Saka, who was instrumental in the first leg, will be expected to deliver another stellar performance. Meanwhile, Rice’s presence in midfield will be crucial in maintaining control against Madrid’s attacking threats.
Players to miss the Real Madrid vs Arsenal UCL match
Despite the strong squad, Arsenal will be without a few key players due to injuries. Gabriel Jesus and Jurrien Timber have not made the trip, as they continue their recovery. Their absence will be felt, but Arteta remains confident in his available options.
Match Details
- Fixture: Real Madrid vs Arsenal
- Competition: UEFA Champions League Quarter-Final (Second Leg)
- Venue: Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid
- Kickoff: Wednesday, April 16, 20:00 local time
With Arsenal holding a comfortable lead, the team will aim to maintain their advantage and secure a historic semi-final berth. However, Real Madrid, known for their Champions League pedigree, will be determined to stage a comeback in front of their home crowd.
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