The Football Federation announced that the management of the match between Al-Shabab and Al-Nassr has been assigned to the Greek referee Vasilios Fotias, in the anticipated encounter as part of the thirty-third round of the Roshn Professional League.

The referee Vasilios Fotias is 37 years old and officially began his refereeing career in October 2018, quickly establishing himself as a prominent name among referees with a strong presence in European stadiums.

The Greek referee is known for his strict style on the field, as he does not hesitate to issue cards, making him one of the most controversial referees during major matches.

During the 2025/2026 season, Fotias officiated 24 matches, issuing 104 yellow cards, in addition to 3 yellow cards that were upgraded to red, one direct red card, and awarding 11 penalty kicks.

Throughout his refereeing career, he officiated 180 matches, during which he issued 826 yellow cards, 20 indirect red cards, and 14 direct red cards, in addition to awarding 72 penalties.

These figures reflect a firm refereeing personality inclined to impose discipline on the field, which could have a significant impact on the anticipated match between the two teams.

The match is taking place this Thursday evening, amidst widespread anticipation from fans, especially given the importance of the encounter in the Roshan League standings during the decisive stage of the season.