The Spanish referee Ricardo De Burgos will officiate the Al Hilal vs Al Ittihad match as part of the 23rd round of the Saudi Roshn League, in a summit known as the 'Foundation Round', on Saturday evening.

De Burgos has held the international badge since 2018 and has previously officiated 411 matches in various tournaments, giving him extensive experience in handling major matches and their tactical and mental pressures.

In terms of statistics, the Spanish referee has issued 1945 yellow cards and 81 red cards, and has awarded 108 penalty kicks, reflecting his boldness and ability to enforce discipline on the pitch.

De Burgos has previously led matches in the Saudi League; most notably Al Hilal vs Al Ahli 2-1, and Al Nassr vs Al Khulood 2-0, in addition to the Super Cup match between Al Ahli and Al Qadisiyah which ended with a five-goal victory for Al Ahli.

Assigning the clasico to an international referee with European experience aims to ensure the highest levels of refereeing justice, especially in a decisive confrontation for the top of the Saudi Roshn League between Al Hilal and Al Ittihad.

Saudi fans are eagerly anticipating the performance of the Spanish referee in a match expected to be highly competitive and thrilling, where De Burgos plays a pivotal role in regulating the flow of the game and maintaining the spirit of fair competition.