For the first time in the history of the Calcutta Football League, an English referee will officiate in the Kolkata Premier League. This will occur at the 18 August match between defending champion, East Bengal and Mohun Bagan at the Salt Lake Stadium. Mr Dave Roberts is currently refereeing in Singapore's S-League, has Football Association of England coaching qualifcations and was among the panel of officials for the FA Premier Reserve League, The Football Conference and FA Cup. UNI reports the All India Football Federation has cleared his appointment.