The upcoming FIFA Club World Cup Final, featuring Manchester City and Fluminense, is set to be officiated by Szymon Marciniak. With Pep Guardiola at the helm, Manchester City seeks to secure their fifth trophy this year, having already triumphed in the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, and Super Cup in 2023.
Having secured a spot in the final by defeating Urawa Red Diamonds, Manchester City demonstrated prowess with a Marius Hibrten own goal in the first half and goals from Mateo Kovacic and Bernardo Silva in the second half.
Meanwhile, Fluminense, after a 2-0 victory over Al Ahly, is gearing up to face Manchester City in the Copa Libertadores final. FIFA has officially designated the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium as the venue for the Club World Cup Final.
Szymon Marciniak, a seasoned Polish referee who previously officiated the FIFA World Cup Final and the UEFA Champions League Final, will take charge of the match. Having overseen 23 matches this season and issued 103 yellow cards along with one red card, Marciniak brings considerable experience to the final.
Joining Marciniak are Assistant Referees Tomasz Listkiewicz and Adam Kupsik, while Jesus Valenzuela has been appointed as the fourth official. Beyond the on-field action, Marciniak will closely monitor the conduct of managers Pep Guardiola and Fernando Diniz, as well as that of the players.
As the anticipation builds for the clash between Manchester City and Fluminense, football fans can expect a high-stakes final overseen by a referee with a track record of handling prestigious matches. The King Abdullah Sports City Stadium will bear witness to a contest that could see Manchester City etch their name in history as world champions.
