PANJIM: It is an iconic moment for Goa as Indian Airforce Wing Commander Uvena Fernandes has made it to the prestigious list of FIFA international referees as one of the four women in the International FIFA Refereeing List.
A former international footballer herself from the picturesque Goa, Uvena made her maiden appearance in Indian colours in 2003 before she joined the Air Force Academy in 2006 and opted to switch to refereeing, with an approach to give back to the sport which had given her a new lease of life.
“International Footballer, Air Force Officer & now full time FIFA football referee, Uvena is surely a shinning role model for our girls! Best Wishes for many more laurels!,” Porvorim MLA Rohan Khaunte tweeted