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7 resultsfor “FIFA control over World Cup referees”

World

Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup?

Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup? **There had always been real concerns that supporters would have difficulties getting into the United States for the 2026 World Cup.** But not a referee

BBC NewsJun 9
World

Infantino could have stood up for the World Cup - but he said 'chill, relax'

control?' - BBC sports editor asks Gianni Infantino **Listening to Fifa president Gianni Infantino and you would think the controversy surrounding the 2026 World Cup in recent days has been insignificant.** "Just, you know, chill, relax

BBC NewsJun 10
World

Fifa 'risking player safety' over heat at World Cup - scientists

World Cup host cities are at greatest risk of experiencing extreme levels of heat stress on the body. Fifa says it is "committed to protecting the health and safety of players, referees, fans, volunteers

BBC NewsMay 14
World

Hero’s welcome for Somali referee denied entry to US World Cup tournament

referee to officiate at a World Cup, and one of seven from Africa. But Artan was turned back at Miami International Airport and flown to Istanbul, despite travelling on a valid visa and the State

Al Jazeera EnglishJun 10
World

Who are the 10 best FIFA World Cup players of all time?

FIFA World Player of the Year, Matthaus holds the record for most World Cup games (25). His natural leadership gave him a commanding presence on the field, and his technical ability combined with his tactical

Al Jazeera EnglishMay 21
World

Three red cards - are referees getting tough at this World Cup?

Fifa's new head of referees and it heralded a very different era. Collina often takes about how decisions should serve as justice - for both teams. Players should stay on the field unless they have

BBC NewsYesterday
Politics

Which World Cup teams, players and officials were denied US visas, entry?

referees. Trump has targeted both Somalia and the Somali-American community with [inflammatory rhetoric](/news/2025/12/4/from-mogadishu-to-minneapolis-somalis-reject-trumps-bigoted-remarks), at one time calling the community “garbage”, and has put Somalia on the US travel ban list. ## Iranian World Cup

Al Jazeera EnglishJun 11