This is another high-profile appointment for Elfath, who will lead an all-American refereeing crew in one of the most anticipated matches of the 2026 World Cup.
Match Officials for England vs Argentina Semi-Final:
- Referee: Ismail Elfath (USA) 🇺🇸
- Assistant Referee 1: Corey Parker (USA) 🇺🇸
- Assistant Referee 2: Kyle Atkins (USA) 🇺🇸
- 4th Official: Maurizio Mariani (Italy) 🇮🇹
- Reserve Assistant Referee: Daniele Bindoni (Italy) 🇮🇹
With the weight of a historic rivalry on the line — defending champions Argentina against a strong England side — Elfath and his team will have their work cut out to manage emotions and ensure a fair contest.
Congratulations to Ismail Elfath and the American officiating team on this prestigious assignment!
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