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Published 08 July 2026 2 min read
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Michael Oliver to referee World Cup quarter-final tie

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Nicholas Veevers

English officials will take charge of a FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final tie this weekend

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The Three Lions won’t be the only English representation at the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final stage this weekend, following the appointment of three English match officials.

Referee Michael Oliver, along with assistant referees Stuart Burt and James Mainwaring will oversee the last-eight tie between Belgium and Spain in Los Angeles.

The match also represents a significant milestone for Oliver, who is set to become the English official with the most FIFA World Cup matches officiated (seven).
Oliver took charge of France's game with Norway in the group stages last month
Oliver took charge of France's game with Norway in the group stages last month
He will surpass Howard Webb and Arthur Ellis, who have both refereed six matches at a World Cup.

The trio have overseen three games at this year’s competition, including the Round of 16 game between Canada and Morrocco and group stage matches between France and Norway and the Netherlands v Sweden.

Congratulations to Michael, Stuart and James on their appointment.

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