Turpin on the Whistle: A Champions League Referee for the Derby
Attention, Rojiblancos! We have a referee for the anticipated derby. UEFA has appointed Frenchman Clement Turpin to officiate this crucial match. A referee with experience in big games, promising to deliver justice on the pitch.
Turpin, an experienced international referee, already knows firsthand the demands of Real Madrid, having officiated several of their matches, including the 2022 final. However, he has also been present in Atlético’s journey, although his last match was in 2022 against Bayer Leverkusen at the Metropolitano.
That match was marked by a missed penalty and goal opportunities that didn’t go in, adding a touch of drama that Atlético fans remember well. Passionate about technology and analysis, Turpin is known for thoroughly studying the teams he referees.
His approach is based on flexibility and adaptation to the context of the match, always seeking the best application of the rules. Furthermore, he admires the culture of respect for the referee in rugby and advocates for greater collaboration between football referees and their colleagues in the oval sport to improve the use of technology. We trust that his experience and professionalism will ensure fair arbitration and that our Atleti can give their all on the field!
