Spanish Referee Clos Gómez Appointed Head of Czech Republic RefereeingIn a significant move for Czech football, Spanish referee Clos Gómez has been appointed as the head of refereeing in the Czech Republic. Gómez, who has a distinguished background in Spanish football officiating, brings a wealth of experience to his new role.
Gómez was previously responsible for VAR (Video Assistant Referee) operations within the CTA (Comité Técnico de Árbitros), the technical committee of referees in Spain. During his tenure, he worked alongside prominent figures in Spanish refereeing, including Sánchez Arminio, Velasco Carballo, and Luis Medina Cantalejo.
This appointment marks a notable international career step for Gómez, as he transitions from overseeing VAR implementation in Spain to leading the entire refereeing structure in the Czech Republic. His experience with modern officiating technology and high-level competition is expected to bring valuable expertise to Czech football.
The move reflects the growing trend of international collaboration in football administration, as federations seek experienced officials from established football nations to help develop and improve their domestic refereeing standards.