1. Overview
Mohd Amirul Izwan Yaacob, born on April 25, 1986, is a Malaysian football referee. He commenced his professional refereeing career in 2011 and became a full international referee for FIFA in 2012. Throughout his career, he has officiated in several prominent international and continental competitions, including matches in the AFC Champions League, AFC Cup, and the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup. His international experience also extends to officiating matches in national leagues outside Malaysia, such as the V.League 1 in Vietnam, and major tournaments like the AFC Asian Cup.
2. Personal Background
Mohd Amirul Izwan Yaacob was born on April 25, 1986. He is a national of Malaysia.
3. Referee Career
Mohd Amirul Izwan Yaacob's refereeing career has seen him rise through the ranks to become a recognized international official, participating in various significant tournaments and leagues.
3.1. FIFA International Referee
Mohd Amirul Izwan Yaacob began his professional refereeing activities in 2011. His dedication and performance led to him receiving his FIFA badge and being registered as an international referee in 2012. This qualification marked the beginning of his duties officiating matches under FIFA's purview.
3.2. Major Competitions
As an international referee, Mohd Amirul Izwan Yaacob has been assigned to officiate matches in several major football competitions. He has refereed various games in the AFC Champions League and the AFC Cup, which are premier continental club tournaments in Asia. In 2015, he was notably selected as an officiating referee for the 2015 FIFA U-17 World Cup held in Chile, marking a significant milestone in his international career.
3.3. Specific League Activities
Beyond continental and international tournaments, Mohd Amirul Izwan Yaacob has also gained experience officiating in specific national leagues. Towards the end of the 2019 season, he was invited by the Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) to referee two matches in the final two rounds of the 2019 V.League 1, Vietnam's top professional football league.
4. Major Matches
Among his notable assignments, Mohd Amirul Izwan Yaacob officiated a match during the 2019 AFC Asian Cup held in the United Arab Emirates.
| 2019 AFC Asian Cup - United Arab Emirates | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Match | Venue | Round |
| January 13, 2019 | Oman - Japan | Zayed Sports City Stadium, Abu Dhabi | Group stage |