Uzbek referee to take charge of Morocco-Scotland World Cup match

Uzbek referee to take charge of Morocco-Scotland World Cup match
Tuesday 16 June 2026 - 21:20

FIFA has appointed Uzbek referee Ilgiz Tantashev to officiate Morocco’s World Cup group match against Scotland on Friday, June 19, at Boston Stadium.

Tantashev will be assisted by compatriots Andrey Tsapenko and Timur Gaynullin, while Jordan’s Adham Makhadmeh has been named fourth official. Mohammad Alkalaf, also from Jordan, will serve as reserve assistant referee.

Morocco enter the Group C match still chasing their first win of the tournament after holding Brazil to a 1-1 draw in their opening game. Ismael Saibari scored for the Atlas Lions, who delivered a disciplined performance against one of the group favorites.

Scotland lead the group after opening their campaign with a 1-0 win over Haiti. Friday’s match could shape the race for the round of 16, with Morocco seeking to move level at the top and Scotland looking to tighten their hold on first place.

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