In an important step for Gulf football, a Saudi referee crew has been selected to officiate the first leg match between Al-Qadsiah of Kuwait and Duhok of Iraq in the final of the Gulf Champions League. The anticipated match today, Tuesday, will witness the presence of the young Saudi crew experienced in such significant matches.

International referee Majed Al-Shamrani has been appointed as the main referee for the match. Al-Shamrani is considered one of the most prominent Saudi referees, possessing an extensive record of both local and international matches.

Alongside Al-Shamrani, the officiating crew includes assistants Hisham Al-Rifai and Omar Al-Jamal. Additionally, Shukri Al-Hanfoosh will contribute as the fourth referee to ensure a comprehensive officiating performance in this important encounter.

Kuwait hosts the Iraqi team Duhok today, Tuesday, in the first leg of the Gulf Champions League final. Al-Qadsiah is looking to achieve a positive result in front of its fans.

The presence of a Saudi referee crew in this match underscores the quality of local officiating and the Gulf Federation's commitment to developing Arab referees.