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Brazilian referee Wilton Sampaio to officiate Morocco vs. Netherlands World Cup match
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Brazilian referee Wilton Sampaio to officiate Morocco vs. Netherlands World Cup match

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Translated from Arabic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Brazilian referee Wilton Sampaio has been appointed to officiate the Morocco vs. Netherlands match in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32.
  • The match is scheduled for June 30th in Monterrey, Mexico.
  • Sampaio is an experienced international referee, having officiated in major continental and global tournaments.

The International Football Federation (FIFA) has announced that Brazilian referee Wilton Sampaio will take charge of the upcoming Round of 32 match between Morocco and the Netherlands at the 2026 World Cup.

The crucial knockout stage game is set to take place on June 30th at the Monterrey Stadium in Mexico. Sampaio will be assisted by his compatriots Bruno Peres and Bruno Boschilia as assistant referees. The fourth official will be Chilean Cristian Garay, with José Retamal also from Chile serving as the fifth official.

Sampaio is recognized as one of the leading referees on the international stage. His extensive experience includes officiating numerous high-profile matches in various continental and global competitions, making him a seasoned choice for this critical juncture of the tournament.

This match is part of the tournament's knockout phase, where both Morocco and the Netherlands will be vying for a spot in the next round. The winner of this encounter will proceed to face the victor of the match between Canada and South Africa, scheduled for July 4th.

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