Europa League final referee: I hope to perform well and give both teams the opportunity to play freely
Recently, senior international referee Felix Cwayer was appointed to enforce the UEFA Cup final of Manchester United against Tottenham. In an interview with UEFA official website, he talked about the preparations for the final and its importance to him.
Congratulations on getting this appointment, how you feel when you get this news
"When I was on the phone with UEFA referees director Roberto Rossetti, it was a very important moment and I was very happy and excited. Being nominated for a law enforcement final is a dream for any referee, being able to take charge of such an important game and get the trust of the UEFA referees committee is very important to me."
"You will feel a pressure, but at the same time you will also feel a sense of happiness that comes with responsibility, which gives you confidence. It's an indescribable emotional mix, but it's a very special moment.
How will you prepare for this game? "I'll watch the two teams' previous fights, understand their style of play, and study the lineup to make sure I'm familiar with all the players. These two England teams bring a unique football style and we will work with UEFA match analysts to analyze their tactical styles. "
" These analyses always help us to be better prepared, provide good perspectives and different ideas. The two teams know each other very well, and it is important for me to adapt to their style of play, while also following UEFA guidelines. I hope to be good in the game, let everyone enjoy the game and give the team a chance to play freely. "
How does it feel to enforce the law with two new assistant referees this season? "After the European Cup, I changed the assistant referee due to the age limit of international referees. I was very satisfied with the previous assistant referee. We worked together for ten years and it was a pity that they couldn't accompany me to Bilbao. "
" But I am also very satisfied with the new team members, and the season is going very smoothly. It would be wonderful to end the season with a European final. I should also mention my video assistant referee Bastian Danket, who is one of the best VARs in the world and we have a very good understanding. โ
Can you talk about what it means to you to be a referee?
"I didn't start as a referee in the first place, I just liked the work. Through referee work over the years, I have met many different people, both on and off the court, which has helped me develop my personality and take on more responsibilities. โ
"If someone asks me, I always say you should try it and be brave enough to be a referee. This will bring you many opportunities, and on a personal level, it will bring you more than you expect. โ