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A red card "bomber" will referee the France-Morocco match

Politiko 2026-07-08 13:03:57

A red card "bomber" will referee the France-Morocco match

FIFA has selected Argentine referee Facundo Tello to officiate one of the most important matches of the World Cup knockout stage, the one between France and Morocco. The decision has attracted attention, as it will pit one of the tournament favorites and the big surprise of the competition.

The selection of a referee from Argentina comes at a time when discussions about the impartiality of referees have increased. A few days ago, the challenge between Argentina and Egypt was directed by Frenchman François Letexier, a decision that caused reactions and doubts from the Egyptian side.

Meanwhile, there is no cause for alarm for France. Its players have downplayed the controversy, stressing that the referees chosen for the decisive stages of the World Cup are there because of their qualities.

Tello, who is one of Argentina's most renowned referees, has built a reputation for strong decisions on the pitch. He is also remembered for a 2022 match between Boca Juniors and Racing Club, where he handed out a record number of red cards, an episode that has earned him a reputation for his authority during high-tension matches.

The France-Morocco match is expected to be a very intense match, while the work of the Argentine referee will be under the watchful eye of millions of fans.

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