Arsenal host Burnley in the Premier League on Monday evening at the Emirates Stadium, with Mikel Arteta’s team looking to put themselves on the brink of winning the title.
Two wins from their remaining two matches will end the Gunners’ 22-year wait to be crowned English top-flight champions. Arteta’s men first face the Clarets, before travelling south of the River Thames to take on Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
However, the title could be wrapped up before the North Londoners even make this trip to Croydon. If they overcome Burnley, then Manchester City will need to beat high-flying Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium on Tuesday just to stay in the race.
Thus, this game against Michael Jackson’s dispirited outfit is monumental for Arsenal. They have the chance to move to within one result of the title, and they simply must take it.
In the reverse fixture between Arsenal and Burnley at Turf Moor back in November, Arteta’s side ran out 2-0 winners courtesy of goals from Viktor Gyokeres and Declan Rice. The Spanish manager will hope for a similarly routine and serene victory this time out in N5.
With that said, here’s a look at the Premier League’s pick for the match officials for Arsenal vs Burnley.
Who is the referee for Arsenal vs Burnley?
The Premier League have announced that Paul Tierney will be the referee in charge of Arsenal’s match against Burnley.
Tierney has officiated just one of the Gunners’ games so far this season, with Arteta’s men being held to a draw in this fixture.
He was in charge of Arsenal’s dire 2-2 draw with Wolves in February.
Paul Tierney’s record against Arsenal
Gillet has been a Premier League referee since 2014 and has officiated 22 Arsenal matches throughout his career.
In these games, he’s handed the Gunners 41 yellow cards, three red cards and six penalties.
Tierney’s record refereeing Arsenal matches
Matches
22
Paul Tierney’s record vs Arsenal – via TransferMarkt – correct as of 16/05/202 6
Paul Tierney’s record against Burnley
As for Burnley, Tierney has officiated 21 of the Clarets’ games, giving them 29 yellow cards, three red cards, and three penalties in the process.
Tierney’s record refereeing Burnley matches
Matches
21
Paul Tierney’s record vs Burnley – via TransferMarkt – correct as of 16/05/202 6
Who are the assistant referees and VAR?
Alongside Tierney as the referee will be his assistants, Richard West, Mark Scholes and Rob Jones, with the former two running the line and the latter the fourth official.
In the VAR room at Stockley Park, James Bell will oversee the game, with Tim Wood assisting him.