Alireza Faghani to Referee Colombia vs Portugal World Cup Match
Alireza Faghani, born in 1978 in Iran, has been representing Australia as a FIFA‑listed referee since 2019. The 2026 World Cup marks his third tournament appearance, having overseen key fixtures in Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022, including the France‑Argentina round‑of‑16 clash.
He will take charge of the Colombia‑Portugal group match, bringing his extensive experience to ensure a fair contest. His officiating pedigree is expected to keep the game under control.
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