First confirmation from a FIFA match official!

For the first time, a colleague from Albania will participate in the Referee Cup: Rejdi Avdo (39) from Tirana has already confirmed he will be in Lüneburg in June 2027 to officiate matches at the tournament. A FIFA assistant referee since 2006, he has officiated numerous matches across Europe, from Baku to Seville.
Having lived in Flensburg for a time, he speaks good German—welcome, Rejdi!