The American referee was widely criticised after struggling to control the semi-final between England and Argentina
England vs Argentina referee sparks major concern as FIFA told 'you've got it wrong'
The American referee was widely criticised after struggling to control the semi-final between England and Argentina
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Joe Krishnan Sports Writer
21:13, 15 Jul 2026Updated 21:37, 15 Jul 2026
World Cup: FIFA appoints US referee to officiate England, Argentina semi-final
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Ismail Elfath will be the man in the middle for England against Argentina but doubts have been raised over whether he can handle…
FIFA have confirmed the referee for England's World Cup 2026 semi-final against Argentina
FIFA appoints US referee Ismail Elfath to officiate the highly anticipated England vs. Argentina 2026 World Cup semi-final. Get…
FIFA's appointment of referee Ismail Elfath for the England vs. Argentina World Cup semi-final sparks media criticism and drives…
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