Orel Grinfeld appointed referee for Dinamo vs Anderlecht

Israeli referee Orel Grinfeld has been appointed to officiate the Europa League second-round match between Dinamo Zagreb and Anderlecht at the Maksimir stadium.

Grinfeld is a highly experienced official who has previously officiated matches involving Croatian clubs and the national team. He is notably recognized for refereeing Croatia’s historic 1-0 victory over France in the 2022 Nations League, decided by a Luka Modrić penalty. His career history in the region also includes officiating matches for Hajduk Split and Rijeka in European competitions.

This upcoming fixture marks a significant milestone for Grinfeld, as it is expected to be the 500th official match of his career. His professional background includes officiating in the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League, as well as matches during the 2021 European Championship and the Tokyo Olympics.