The EFA announced on their official website that the 34-year-old was hired upon the request of Ismaili, who called on the governing body to hire a foreign referee for Monday's game.

Ismaili bowed out after Hodoud beat them 2-1 in the semi-final round but the EFA appointed the match to Brych anyway.

Ahli reached the cup final after beating Military Production 2-1 on Thursday.