referee
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“This kind of happened so fast in the last couple of years,” said Dickerson, who became a professional referee in 2013, then began targeting the World Cup when it was awarded to the U.S.,
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
The only other time the men’s World Cup was played in the U.S., in 1994, Arturo Angeles, a Mexican-born naturalized citizen, was the only American referee selected and he supervised just one group-play game.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
Moments later, following an interaction with Prestianni, the Brazilian ran over to the referee while gesturing towards the Benfica winger.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
On the Maswanhise-Kyziridis incident, the VAR team's view was that a foul had taken place but released audio of the discussion between the officials revealed referee McLean saying: "I've not seen enough."
From BBC • May 29, 2026
The referee pulled them apart, and ducked as a long right arm looped over his head.
From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte
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