Women’s Views on the 2026 FIFA World Cup
In the 2026 FIFA World Cup, for the first time in the tournament's history, a comprehensive female presence is observed in officiating and management roles. Women are participating in match officiating, including center referees, assistant referees, as well as Video Assistant Referee (VAR) inspectors. Among them are Torey Penso, the American who has become the first female head referee from the United States in a men's World Cup, and Katia García from Mexico, representing her country in this role. Additionally, several women are involved in video technology and assistant refereeing. This reflects a significant shift in global football towards enhancing women's roles in leadership and officiating positions within the world's biggest sporting event.
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