The Red Devils, the Belgian national men’s football squad, who have just eliminated the USA now face their toughest test of the World Cup so far. In the quarter-finals, they will take on European champions Spain, who, just like in 2010, are determined to take home the silverware. Can Rudi Garcia’s side shatter the dream of our former colonial masters? We will find out on Friday evening.
World Cup Fun: Englishman Michael Oliver to referee Red Devils’ crunch match against Spain
Colin Clapson
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Englishman Michael Oliver to referee
FIFA, the world football governing body, has announced the officials for the match. For many Red Devils, Friday’s referee will be a familiar face. Michael Oliver has been a mainstay of the English Premier League and the European Champions League for years. Now he must ensure the match against Spain runs smoothly. Earlier in this World Cup, the Englishman also refereed matches including Canada v Morocco and the Netherlands v Sweden