2026 World Cup: Referee Choice Sparks Huge Controversy for Final

FIFA appointed Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic to officiate the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium. While Vincic expressed emotional pride, the decision sparked controversy due to his past. Critics point to an unpunished stamp by Hakimi on Vinicius Jr. during Brazil-Morocco, controversial decisions in Champions League matches (including a forgotten yellow card for Camavinga), and a 2020 arrest during a police raid. Vincic officiated three matches in the tournament, including Mexico-Ecuador where he issued 7 yellow cards and a red. His assistants are fellow Slovenians Tomaz Klancnik and Andraz Kovacic.

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