As Tottenham Hotspur prepare to build on their historic 2-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, the refereeing appointments for their upcoming Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace have been officially announced. According to an update shared by Spurs journalist Chris Cowlin on X, senior official Michael Oliver has been selected to take charge of the London derby.

Oliver, one of the Premier League’s most experienced central referees, will oversee proceedings on the pitch as Roberto De Zerbi’s surging side aim to collect another three points and continue their climb toward the top four.

On-Field Officiating Team Assembled

Accompanying Michael Oliver on the turf will be assistant referees Stuart Burt and James Mainwaring, who will patrol the touchlines. Both linesmen bring extensive top-flight experience to ensure offside decisions and sideline fouls are managed with precision during what promises to be an intense physical encounter.

Matt Corlett will manage touchline conduct between the two opposing dugouts as the fourth official. Corlett will be tasked with keeping order alongside De Zerbi and the opposition coaching staff, maintaining discipline in the technical areas throughout the 90 minutes.

In the VAR hub at Stockley Park, Jarred Gillett has been named as the Video Assistant Referee. Gillett will be responsible for reviewing key match incidents, including potential penalty decisions, red card reviews, and goal checks.

Assisting Gillett in the VAR booth will be Assistant VAR Richard West. With Tottenham building immense momentum from seven points in their past three matches, fans will hope the focus remains entirely on De Zerbi’s footballing blueprint as Spurs seek another statement London derby victory.