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Tello's Big Test: Refereeing Canada vs. Bosnia
12 Jun
Summary
- Facundo Tello, 44, will officiate the Canada vs. Bosnia match.
- Tello has a history of high-profile international matches.
- He is known for a firm but fair approach to officiating.
The opening Group B match of the 2026 World Cup between Canada and Bosnia and Herzegovina will be officiated by experienced Argentine referee Facundo Tello. Tello, aged 44, has been a FIFA badge holder since 2019 and brings a wealth of experience from major international tournaments, including the 2022 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2024.
He is recognized for his authoritative style on the field, with a career average of 4.75 yellow cards and 0.13 red cards per match. Tello famously issued 10 red cards in a single match during the Argentine Champions Trophy final in November 2022. However, his international assignments, such as those during Euro 2024, have shown a more restrained approach, with no red cards issued.
The officiating team for this crucial Group B encounter includes fellow Argentinians Juan Pablo Belatti and Gabriel Chade as assistant referees, and Hernan Mastrangelo as VAR. This appointment follows a controversial opening match where another referee issued a record number of red cards, highlighting the increased scrutiny on officiating at the tournament.
