FIFA has officially announced the list of referees who will officiate matches at the World Cup 2026.

The judicial corps includes 52 head arbitrators, 88 assistants and 30 video arbitrators. The representation is supported by all six football confederations, and the list includes representatives of 50 national associations.

The selection of candidates took place over three years. During the formation of the list, the stability and vigor of judicial work both internationally and domestically were ensured..

FIFA stated that the referees underwent comprehensive training with the participation of instructors, physical trainers and medical staff. Before the start of the tournament, the final stage of training checks on them.

It is planned to actively develop current technologies at the World Championships. Among them is a system of significant take-offs, an updated automatic system for detecting offsides and other tools to assist referees.

Also, watchers will be able to watch outside of the game scenes from the perspective of the referee using special cameras.