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Referee Crew for France-Morocco World Cup Match Sparks Debate
The selection of the referee crew for the France-Morocco World Cup quarterfinal match has sparked debate, with French coach Didier Deschamps responding to the controversy.
8 Jul, 19:05 — 8 Jul, 19:32
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France 24High48d ago
World Cup 2026: France-Morocco refereeing already sparks debate as Deschamps responds
The referee for France's World Cup quarter-final against Morocco is already drawing attention. FIFA has appointed Argentine official Facundo Tello to oversee the match, a decision that has prompted widespread discussion. Asked about the appointment, France coach Didier Deschamps refused to fuel the debate, saying he trusts the refereeing team.
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Read full article →YahooMostly Factual48d ago
France vs Morocco World Cup quarterfinal referee crew sparks debate
France will take on Morocco in the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals on Thursday, with an all-Argentine refereeing crew assigned to the match in Foxborough, Massachusetts
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