The tournament features a referee crew based in the U.S., with Elfath at the head of the group.
Ismail Elfath Leads First U.S.-Based Referee Crew at FIFA World Cup 2026
Ismail Elfath leads the first U.S.-based referee crew at FIFA World Cup 2026.
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