Argentina's Facundo Tello to Referee France vs. Morocco Quarterfinal
In an intriguing twist for football fans, the upcoming quarterfinal match between France and Morocco in the 2026 World Cup will be officiated by Argentine referee Facundo Tello. This decision follows the recent match where French referee François Letexier oversaw the game between Argentina and Egypt. Tello, who has an extensive background in officiating, has been selected by FIFA to lead this critical encounter, as highlighted by reports from RMC.
At 44 years old, Tello brings a wealth of experience to the pitch. Since 2012, he has officiated over 430 matches, including high-stakes games such as the 2024 Copa Libertadores final between Atlético-MG and Botafogo. His recent assignments also include refereeing a crucial World Cup qualifying match where the Democratic Republic of Congo triumphed over Jamaica. Tello's accumulated experience on the international stage makes him a seasoned choice for this pivotal quarterfinal.
This match marks Tello's sixth World Cup game, having previously officiated three matches during this edition, including clashes such as Canada vs. Bosnia and South Africa vs. South Korea. Notably, he also refereed the quarterfinal match between Portugal and Morocco during the 2022 Qatar World Cup, where Morocco secured a historic victory over the Portuguese team. With such a formidable record, football enthusiasts eagerly anticipate how Tello will manage the dynamics between these two competitive teams.
As reported by sofoot.com.
