Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Qatar: Female referees in men’s World Cup for first time

World Cup

For the first time in the tournament’s history, female referees will supervise matches in this year’s men’s World Cup. Stephanie Frappart of France, Salima Mukansanga of Rwanda, and Yoshimi Yamashita of Japan have been chosen to oversee games in Qatar. Three female assistant referees will accompany them. Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor of the Premier … Read more