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Polychronis Joins International Referees List, Sidiropoulos Downgraded – Antonious Remains Elite

Published January 15, 2026, 16:22

The Hellenic Football Federation (HFF) announced the new list of international referees for 2026. Fotis Polychronis is the new face to receive international badges, while Tasos Sidiropoulos has been downgraded from the elite category to Category 1. Eleni Antonious remains the only Greek female referee in UEFA's elite category. A total of eleven Greek referees are included in UEFA's lists, distributed across three categories. The HFF emphasizes that the list is based on UEFA evaluations and opens the way for more international participation.