Four Guyanese have made the 2024 FIFA Referees List, among them is Assistant Referee Kleon Lindey, who has achieved this prestigious recognition for 10 consecutive years.
The FIFA Roster, released in January, features Lindey along with lone female Guyanese FIFA Assistant Referee Denisha Isaacs, FIFA Referee Shavin Greene, and FIFA Futsal Referee Colin Abel.
The Guyana Football Referees Council (GFRC) has congratulated the quartet and noted that Guyana continues to produce world-class match officials who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of the game.
“Congratulations to the group for making the FIFA list of referees. This is a clear indication that Guyana continues to produce world-class match officials who consistently officiate matches locally and internationally at the highest standards”, the GFRC has said.
Lindey initially earned the designation of a FIFA official back in 2015, and now with an admirable track record, has secured his place on the list for an impressive 10th consecutive year. His stellar performance includes a series of notable appointments during the 2023 CONCACAF Nations League, adding to his remarkable journey in the world of refereeing.
Four Guyanese on FIFA 2024 Referees List
Denisha Isaacs has secured her second year on the FIFA Referees List — a testament to her growing stature in officiating. Her journey to this achievement includes a successful participation in the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) Next Generation course held in July 2022, which paved the way.
This marks Greene’s second consecutive year on the FIFA List, and it is a commendable achievement following his impactful involvement in the CFU Next Generation course held in July 2022. He has been actively engaged in numerous regional and international tournaments.
Greene officiated the pivotal “CONCACAF Caribbean Cup” Semi-Final second leg in Jamaica on October 31, 2023, showcasing his potential as a future top-tier official with distinctive qualities.
Abel has also earned his second year on the FIFA List for Futsal. While his Futsal activities were confined to local competitions in 2023, he looks forward to the upcoming CONCACAF Futsal Championship and FIFA Futsal World Cup, scheduled for this year, as he is aiming to make his mark on the international stage.
The GFRC has said a tremendous amount of appreciation is due for the hardworking team of instructors and assessors “who work tirelessly and diligently behind the scenes to ensure that all Match Officials are up to the highest standards, both locally and internationally.”
Further, the CFRC has said it is dedicated to doubling the representation of Guyanese match officials on the FIFA List in the coming years, through increased investments in training and working with all relevant stakeholders.
