MAN IN THE MIDDLE: Kevin Friend
20th January
Kevin Friend will be in charge of the Swans' Premier League fixture at Liverpool on Saturday (12.30pm).
Bristol-born official Friend has already officiated two Swans game this term, having been in control of the memorable 5-4 win over Crystal Palace in November along with the home loss to Bournemouth.
The 45-year-old was also the referee for the Swans' League Cup final win over Bradford City in 2013.
His assistants this weekend will be Darren Cann and Mark Scholes, while Neil Swarbrick is the fourth official.
