FIFA has announced the referees for the 2026 World Cup, including two from France, Clément Turpin and François Letexier, along with Moroccan referee Jalal Jayed and Algerian referee Mustapha Ghorbal. The announcement has generated significant attention.
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On Thursday evening, FIFA officially announced the list of referees who will officiate matches at the 2026 World Cup. Two French referees have been selected: Clément Turpin and François Letexier. One Moroccan referee (Jalal Jayed) and one Algerian referee (Mustapha Ghorbal) have also been chosen.
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The referees selected for the 2026 World Cup include Clément Turpin and François Letexier from France, Jalal Jayed from Morocco, and Mustapha Ghorbal from Algeria.
The selection of referees for the 2026 World Cup is significant as it highlights the diversity of officiating talent from different countries, including representatives from France, Morocco, and Algeria.
The announcement of the referees for the 2026 World Cup was made on Thursday evening.


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