World Cup final ruling prompts retirement after Spain win
Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic ended his refereeing career after officiating the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, which was held in the United States and utilized Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology. Spain won the match with a goal in extra time. The decision to retire came a week after the game, which was marked by widespread controversy, as he faced sharp criticism regarding his handling of physical challenges, particularly for dismissing two players from Argentina and the ensuing scuffles after the final whistle. Despite the criticism, his decisions received professional praise, with the International Federation considering him one of the best referees of the tournament. However, he opted for a surprising retirement after a distinguished career that included officiating key matches in European and global tournaments, such as the UEFA Champions League final and the European Championship final.
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