Real Madrid can't stand him. Mourinho loves him, and now the Slovenian has the Argentina-Spain final. His history, crew and the scrutiny he faces.

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Morocco-born Elfath, 44, is a graduate from the University of Texas at Austin, and has refereed in the MLS since 2012.

Women are officiating at the FIFA World Cup, but one barrier remains. No woman has ever served as the center referee in a knockout match. Here's why progress is slow.

Ismail Elfath will call the World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina lives in Austin but almost saw his career end at NRG two years ago.

Ivan Barton will take charge of France vs Spain Luke Hales/ The Athletic has live coverage of France vs Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals. Neither France nor Spain have had a player sent off at this World Cup,

John McCarthy acknowledged that fellow official Herb Dean is going through a rough patch right now. Just last week, Alex Pereira continued his criticism of Dean that first started in the aftermath of his title fight loss at the White House in June.

FIFA have confirmed the officiating team for Sunday’s World Cup final at MetLife Stadium.

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