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Premier League referee, Craig Pawson to officiate Nigeria friendly match against Serbia

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English Premier League referee, Craig Pawson has been picked to officiate in Tuesday night’s friendly between Nigeria and Serbia.

The organizers told reporters that Pawson will be assisted by other Premier League officials in the match billed to kick off at 8pm Nigerian time at the Hive.

Referees Simon Bennett and Ian Hussin are the assistant officials with another top EPL referee, Stuart Atwell appointed as the fourth official.

39-year-old Pawson has been a Premier League referee since 2013.

He was the fourth official for the 2015 EFL Cup final between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley.

The Super Eagles are aiming for a third straight friendly win since booking their place at Russia 2018 World Cup.

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