The 39-year-old referee will be assisted by his countrymen.

Liu Kwok Man has been a full international referee for FIFA.

He also refereed at the regional league such as 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, AFC Champions League, AFC Cup and 2012 AFC U-19 Championship.

Esteghlal will host Al Ain in Group D of the AFC Champions League Matchday Four in Tehran’s Azadi Stadium on Monday.