U.S. and Canadian referees will have a record-sized presence at World Cup
A record number of 11 U.S. and Canadian referees have been selected to officiate at the upcoming men's World Cup. The group includes an all-female crew, marking a historic milestone for gender representation in professional soccer officiating.
Why it matters
This development highlights the increasing professionalization and diversity of international soccer officiating, breaking long-standing gender barriers in the sport.
U.S. and Canadian referees will have a record-sized presence at World Cup - Yahoo Sports
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