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Posted On: 22 November 2022 12:18 am
Updated On: 22 November 2022 12:42 am

Abdulrahman Al-Jassim makes history as first Qatari referee to officiate a World Cup match

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Abdulrahman al jassim first qatari referee officiate world cup match

As reported by The Peninsula, Abdulrahman Al-Jassim makes his World Cup debut as a match official at the USA vs Wales Group B match held on the evening of 21 November 2022 at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium.

Marking another historical moment for Qatar, Abdulrahman Al-Jassim is the first Qatari referee to officiate a World Cup match as the main referee. The milestone is even more special as the match was held in his home country.

Source and cover image credit: The Peninsula

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