World Cup 2026: Paraguayan trio to officiate Germany vs Ivory Coast showdown

20.06.26 FT World Cup

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After their 1-0 win over Ecuador, Ivory Coast will face Germany (who thrashed Curaçao 7-1) on June 20 at Toronto Stadium. FIFA has announced the four-man officiating crew for this high-stakes second-round clash in the World Cup.

Juan Gabriel Benitez, 43, will take charge as the main referee for this fixture. This marks his debut as a center referee at a FIFA World Cup finals.

He will be assisted by his compatriots Eduardo Cardozo and Melciades Saldivar. The fourth official will be Saudi referee Khalid Al-Turais, with Mohamed Al-Abkari serving as reserve official.

Germany vs Ivory Coast is scheduled for June 20 in Toronto. The winner will punch their ticket straight to the Round of 16 at the World Cup.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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