Congratulations!

Russian Football Premier League would like to congratulate Valery Butenko – a player, one of the best referees of our country – on his 75-anniversary!

Valery Butenko was included into the list of the best referees of Russia 13 times, he officiated 198 matches in the USSR Championships and awarded with a commemorative gold medal. He officiated more than 50 matches of international matches. He is also a participant of FIFA World Cups 1986, 1990 and UEFA European Championships 1984, 1988.

Dear Valery! Please accept our most heartfelt wishes of health, happiness, luck and many success for the good of the Russian football!