Cover image: World Cup 2026: France-Morocco refereeing already sparks debate as Deschamps responds © Juliette Montilly / France 24

World Cup 2026: France-Morocco refereeing already sparks debate as Deschamps responds

· France 24

The referee for France's World Cup quarter-final against Morocco is already drawing attention. FIFA has appointed Argentine official Facundo Tello to oversee the match, a decision that has prompted widespread discussion. Asked about the appointment, France coach Didier Deschamps refused to fuel the debate, saying he trusts the refereeing team.