Brazilian referee in the running for Cup final, says outlet

Brazil vs Japan LIVE: World Cup 2026 match stream, confirmed team news, lineups and fan reaction

Selecao faces tricky test against Samurai Blu

Unwelcome and undue: Trump’s red-card intervention hurts the US’s World Cup more than it helps | Pablo Iglesias Maurer

In pushing Fifa to reverse Folarin Balogun’s suspension, the president did the most American thing possible: assert unasked-for power to get his wayThe story of Garrincha’s red card in the 1962 World Cup is the stuff of legend. The Brazilian great was sent off in the semifinals for lashing out at an opponent, but back then, Fifa had no automatic one-match suspension in place. So a disciplinary committee convened the next day to decide his fate for the final.As the story goes, the assistant referee who had the best view of the offense was paid off and disappeared, and the president of Chile, the tournament’s host, put in a call to Fifa, urging them to decide against any additional suspension. He did so for the sake of keeping one of the tournament’s most entertaining players on the field. Garrincha emerged scot-free, and Brazil won their second World Cup days later. Continue reading...

FIFA’s all-Argentine officiating team for the Morocco-France quarter-final raises concerns on both sides 

FIFA’s decision to appoint an entirely Argentine officiating team for Thursday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final between Morocco and France has sparked widespread debate online, with fans from both sides criticizing the choice. The match will be officiated by Argentine referee Facundo Tello, who is known for his strict approach. He will be assisted by [] The post FIFA’s all-Argentine officiating team for the Morocco-France quarter-final raises concerns on both sides appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.

Portuguese referee appointed to officiate Argentina vs Switzerland clash

FIFA has confirmed the officiating team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-final between Argentina and Switzerland. The post Portuguese referee appointed to officiate Argentina vs Switzerland clash appeared first on Vanguard News.

(World Cup) Son Heung-min ends 4th World Cup with another group stage exit

GUADALAJARA, Mexico, June 27 (Yonhap) -- If this indeed was the final FIFA World...

World Cup: France Ask FIFA to Revoke Michael Olise's Yellow Card vs Paraguay

Another nation is now hoping to sway the FIFA disciplinary panel

🚩Referee confirmed, Ismail Elfath for decisive Uruguay v Spain

FIFA has officially confirmed the refereeing appointment for the crucial clash between Uruguay and Spain, corresponding to the third matchday of the 2026 World Cup group stage. The man in charge of of...

World Cup 2026: Switzerland 0-0 Colombia (4-3) on pens) – Vargas books quarter-final clash with Argentina

Switzerland ended a long wait after a game of few chances.

Unwelcome and undue: Trump's red-card intervention hurts the US's World Cup more than it helps

The story of Garrincha's red card in the 1962 World Cup is the stuff of legend. The Brazilian great was sent off in the semi-finals for lashing out at an opponent, but back then, Fifa had no automatic one-match suspension in place. So a disciplinary committee convened the next day to decide his fate for the final. As the story goes, the assistant referee who had the best view of the offense was paid off and disappeared, and the president of Chile, the tournament's host, put in a call to Fifa, urging them to decide against any additional suspension. He did so for the sake of keeping one of the tournament's most entertaining players on the field. Garrincha emerged scot-free, and Brazil...

¡Neymar descuenta de penal! Brasil recortó la distancia ante Noruega

Tras una decisión del árbitro en los minutos finales, Brasil recibió un penal a su favor. Neymar Jr. fue el encargado de cobrarlo y convirtió el 2-1, aunque el descuento no alcanzó para evitar la eliminación brasileña de la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026.

No refereeing bias in Argentina win over Egypt -Collina

FIFA refereeing Chief, Pierluigi Collina, defended the officiating in Argentina’s 3-2 victory over Egypt in the World Cup round of 16, dismissing allegations of bias and saying match officials operated with complete independence. In an interview published on inside.fifa.com yesterday, Collina said ‌criticism of referees was part of football but he condemned the questioning of The post No refereeing bias in Argentina win over Egypt -Collina appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

Marco Rubio Calls On FIFA To Appeal Red Card Shown To Folarin Balogun

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has formally demanded that FIFA pursue an appeal following the controversial red card shown to U.S. men’s national team forward Folarin Balogun. The dismissal has drawn significant attention and sparked debate among soccer fans, officials, and commentators across the country. Balogun, who has been a key attacking figure for the [] The post Marco Rubio Calls On FIFA To Appeal Red Card Shown To Folarin Balogun appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.

World Cup Red Cards: 2026 Has More Red Cards Than Last 2 World Cups Combined

Referees haven't been shy to give out red cards. Here's the fallout of each of those infringements at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Brazil vs Japan: All the action and rate the players

Brazil vs Japan: All the action and rate the players

2026 World Cup: Two teams qualify for Round of 16

Brazil became the second team to book their spot in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16, thanks to a 2-1 win over Japan on Monday night. Selecao were stunned in the first half, after Kaishu Sano opened the scoring for the Asian champions. But after the break, Carlo Ancelotti brought on Endrick to sharpen up his [] 2026 World Cup: Two teams qualify for Round of 16

FIFA pertahan keputusan VAR batal gol Jerman

ATLANTA: Persekutuan Bolasepak Antarabangsa FIFA tampil mempertahankan keputusan penggunaan Video Bantuan Pengadil (VAR) yang membatalkan gol lewat permainan Jerman ketika mereka tersingkir secara mengejut kepada Paraguay dalam aksi pusingan 32 Terbaik Piala Dunia 2026. Insiden kontroversi itu berlaku pada masa tambahan apabila tandukan pertahanan Jonathan Tah disahkan tidak sah selepas semakan video mendapati berlaku kekasaran ... Read more The post FIFA pertahan keputusan VAR batal gol Jerman appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Scotland vs Brazil: Who is the referee and VAR for Tartan Army's decisive World Cup Group C clash?

Scotland vs Brazil referee details as Cesar Ramos is appointed for the decisive World Cup Group C clash, as well as his past Brazil controversy and full match officials list.

Brazil snatches dramatic victory over Japan to reach knockout stage

Houston, June. 30 (SANA) Brazil booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Japan, thanks to a stoppage-time winner at NRG Stadium in Houston in the opening Round of 32 fixture. Japan took the lead in the 29th minute through Kaishu Sano before Brazil equalized []

FIFA names Portuguese referees for Argentina vs Switzerland quarter-final

FIFA has confirmed João Pinheiro and two fellow Portuguese officials will oversee Argentina's World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland after controversy.

World Cup 2026: Last-16 fixtures, results and full tournament bracket

The World Cup rolls on into the round of 16

'We have been cheated': Egypt slams FIFA after loss to Argentina

FIFA has faced scrutiny throughout the tournament over its video assistant referee, which overturned a goal that could have helped Egypt defeat the South American giant.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil lodge complaint over disallowed Vinicius Jr goal, seek referee's removal from future matches

New York [US], June 26 (ANI): Brazil have lodged a formal complaint with FIFA over the disallowing of a Vinicius Jr goal during their 3-0 FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage victory over Scotland, with the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) also requesting that Mexican referee Cesar Ramos no longer officiate the team's matches.According to goal.com, the controversy arose in the 21st minute of Brazil's final Grou

Switzerland Beat Colombia On Penalties To Book FIFA WC 2026 Quarterfinal Berth

Switzerland vs Colombia Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16: Ruben Vargas converted his penalty and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals with a 4-3 penalty shootout win over...

World Cup announcer stripped of FIFA credential over Almirón red-card tirade

A Paraguayan football announcer has had his credentials revoked after launching into a wild tirade over a red card issued against Paraguay in their match against Türkiye on Friday. The inciting incident occurred in the first half during a play stoppage. Paraguay’s Miguel Almirón appeared to say something to Türkiye’s Mert Müldür while covering his