FIFA names refs for Russia–Slovenia qualifiers
Published: 28 October, 2009, 12:35
FIFA has named the men who will referee in both of Russia’s matches against Slovenia in the playoff round of the World Cup qualifiers.
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Published: 28 October, 2009, 12:35
FIFA has named the men who will referee in both of Russia’s matches against Slovenia in the playoff round of the World Cup qualifiers.