Carlos del Cerro Grande
Spanish football referee
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Carlos del Cerro Grande (born 13 March 1976) is a Spanish football referee.[2] He has been an international referee since 2013, with his debut coming in an international match on 26 May 2013 until 2023, between the under-19 teams of Scotland and Georgia.
Alcalá de Henares, Spain[1]
 Del Cerro in 2020 | |||
| Born |
13 March 1976 Alcalá de Henares, Spain[1] | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic | |||
| Years | League | Role | |
| 2000–2006 | Segunda División B | Referee | |
| 2006–2011 | Segunda División | Referee | |
| 2011–2023 | La Liga | Referee | |
| International | |||
| Years | League | Role | |
| 2013–2023 | FIFA listed | Referee | |
On 15 June 2021, Del Cerro refereed in a major international finals match for the first time when he officiated the group match of Euro 2020 between France and Germany. He faced criticism for not calling a foul against Germany in their penalty area.[3]
He Served as the fourth official during the UEFA Euro 2020 final and 2021 UEFA Champions League final[4]
He took charge of the UEFA Europa Conference League final between Fiorentina and West Ham United on 7 June 2023.[4][5]
He is a Video Match Official for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
