Irmatov to officiate Tashkent derby

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- Professional Football League (PFL) of Uzbekistan appointed referees for the Day one of the Uzbekistan Premier League, which starts on 14 March.

The Best Asian Referee for 2008 and 2009, Ravshan Irmatov has been appointed to the central match of the Day one.

Irmatov will officiate the match between Bunyodkor Tashkent, champions of Uzbekistan for last two seasons, and Pakhtakor Tashkent, vice-champions and Uzbekistan Cup holders.

Rafael Ilyasov and Abduhammidillo Rasulov will help Irmatov, who also was appointed to referee the World Cup 2010.