The Uzbek referee received the award at the ceremony Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai (the UAE). European Club Association (ECA) nominated the candidates to the awards.

The jury of the award included former players, coaches and football specialists, including former Russia coach Fabio Capello.

Argentina and Barcelona striker Lionel Messi was named as the best player, while agent of Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo, Jorge Mendes, received the award for the best agent.

The best club is Barcelona. Josep Maria Bartomeu of Barcelona was named as the best president.