Former Premier League referee reports World Cup final referee Slavko Vincic for two officiating errors to FIFA

Published Jul 20, 09:27 AM UTC

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Former Premier League referee Graham Scott has identified two officiating errors made by referee Slavko Vincic during the chaotic 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, which Spain won 1-0 after extra time. Scott reported the mistakes to FIFA, arguing that Argentina's Alexis Mac Allister should have received a yellow card in the 15th minute for a reckless tackle, rather than late in extra time. Additionally, Scott stated that Argentina's Nicolas Tagliafico should have been cautioned for a deliberate foul on Spain's Lamine Yamal in the first half. The match featured multiple red cards, including Enzo Fernandez receiving two yellows and Leandro Paredes being sent off after the final whistle for an altercation. Scott criticized Vincic's lenient first-half approach, noting that failing to issue early cards could have impacted the game's outcome.

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Original headline: Spain vs Argentina referee made two mistakes in chaotic World Cup final as FIFA informed

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