Referee Assigned for Arsenal vs PSG Champions League Final

Daniel Siebert, a seasoned German referee, has been appointed to officiate the highly anticipated Arsenal vs. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) Champions League final. This prestigious match will take place at the Puskas Arena in Budapest on Saturday, May 30, 2026.

Referee Background and Experience

At 42 years old, Siebert brings over 11 years of officiating experience to the final. Since starting his career in 2015, he has handled numerous high-stakes matches, including nine this season in the UEFA Champions League alone.

Champions League Matches This Season

• Siebert officiated the quarter-final first leg between Sporting Lisbon and Arsenal, ending in a 1-0 victory for the Gunners.
• He was also in charge of the semi-final second leg, which saw Arsenal win another 1-0 against Atletico Madrid.
• Notably, Siebert has not issued any yellow cards to Arsenal players during these matches.
• In contrast, he officiated a goalless draw between PSG and Athletic Bilbao, where he issued four yellow cards.

Statistics and Card Averages

Siebert’s statistical performance in this season’s Champions League is notable. He averages:

• 4.44 yellow cards per game
• 0.22 red cards per game

These figures are higher compared to his Bundesliga averages of 3.20 yellow cards and 0.13 red cards per game across 15 matches.

UEFA Champions League Final 2026 Refereeing Team

With the final approaching, Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta has acknowledged the challenges referees face in high-pressure situations, particularly referencing recent VAR decisions. Siebert’s experience and decision-making skills will be closely observed in what many consider one of football’s most significant matches.