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Australian referee appointed for Benfica's visit to Milan
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Australian referee appointed for Benfica's visit to Milan

SAPO Notícias14 September 2026 at 12:08

The Australian referee Jarred Gillett was appointed to officiate the match between Milan and Benfica, in the Champions League. This is an unusual choice for a game involving a Portuguese team.

Jarred Gillett is a referee from Australia, with no prior experience in matches of Portuguese teams. This will be the first time the Australian referee participates in a game involving Benfica or any other Portuguese team.

The game is part of the European competition Champions League, where the two teams face each other. The appointment of a referee without a history with Portuguese football may generate special attention from fans and commentators.

Why this matters

This appointment may raise concerns among Benfica fans, given that Gillett has no prior experience with Portuguese teams, which may influence the dynamics of the game. The trip to Milan represents an important challenge for the Portuguese team in the European competition.

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