Chinese state media outlets praised Ma’s “composed performance” officiating a match between Curacao and Ecuador - calling it a “historic moment for Chinese football”.

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Zhou Fei and Fu Ming also officiated during the Group E match between Curacao and Ecuador, marking their debuts at the global showpiece.

Chinese state media outlets praised Ma’s “composed performance” officiating a match between Curacao and Ecuador - calling it a “historic moment for Chinese football”.