OB Karl Dickson (York '00) who has been appointed referee for the Investec Champions Cup Final between Leinster Rugby and Union Bordeaux Bègles at San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao on Saturday 23rd May 2026.

Karl's appointment marks his first EPCR Final as referee and is another outstanding milestone in his career. EPCR confirmed the appointments for Finals weekend this week, with Karl being selected alongside Assistant Referees Christophe Ridley and Hollie Davidson and TMO Marius van der Westhuizen.