FIFA World Cup: Meet Ismail Elfath, referee for England-Argentina semifinal

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FIFA World Cup: Meet Ismail Elfath, referee for England-Argentina semifinal

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American-Moroccan referee Elfath will take charge of England against Argentina, his fourth game at the 2026 World Cup.

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  • • Ismail Elfath, a Moroccan born American, will referee the England vs. Argentina semifinal.

  • • He is the first American referee to officiate a World Cup semifinal.

  • • Elfath arrived in the U.S. via the diversity visa lottery.

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Elfath has been a FIFA listed referee since 2016 and has already officiated three matches in this tournament. His appointment marks a significant milestone for U.S. soccer

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FIFA World Cup: Meet Ismail Elfath, referee for England-Argentina semifinal

American-Moroccan referee Elfath will take charge of England against Argentina, his fourth game at the 2026 World Cup.

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