Qatari judge shares behind-the-scenes on 2026 World Cup final
Qatari international referee Khamees Mohammed Al-Mari revealed behind-the-scenes details of his participation as a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in the 2026 World Cup final. He considered his selection for the match a source of pride in representing Qatar at such a major global sporting event. Al-Mari explained that the process of selecting referees for the final involves around 165 referees, making reaching this stage a significant achievement and increasing the responsibility of representing Qatar. He also pointed out that the pressures on referees double in global tournaments, as they represent their country in front of the world. A single mistake can impact their careers and reflect on their homeland's reputation. He emphasized that errors in the World Cup are more costly and require referees to maintain precise focus.
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