League: Champions League Sport: Soccer Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

FIFA releases World Cup final ref cam footage, Messi's EA FC upgrade sparks debate

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 6:58 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

FIFA releases World Cup final ref cam footage, Messi's EA FC upgrade sparks debate

Summary

FIFA has published footage from the referee’s cam during the ongoing 2026 World Cup final, featuring referee Slavko Vinčić advising Lionel Messi about Leandro Paredes's yellow card. In a separate development, discussions among gamers have emerged regarding Messi's new 89 rating in EA FC 27, an increase from 86, which some feel does not reflect his peak performance history. An amateur trailer related to the Champions League has also gone viral, including a noteworthy scene with Mohamed Salah. PSG coach Luis Enrique demonstrated sportsmanship after his team's loss in the Champions Trophy.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

By the Numbers

•Slavko Vinčić advises Messi during the ongoing World Cup final.
•Messi receives an EA FC 27 rating upgrade to 89.
•Debate rises among gamers regarding Messi's card rating.
•A viral trailer features Mohamed Salah in an unusual scene.
•Luis Enrique shows sportsmanship after PSG's Champions Trophy defeat.

Latest Updates

6:58 AMYahoo Sports — 🥐☕️FC Ptit Déj: World Cup final ref-cam, Messi's EA FC card evolution

What they're saying

"
The ref cam from the World Cup final 📹FIFA has released footage from the referee’s ref cam during the 2026 World Cup final. In this sequence, Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić advises Lionel Mess...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Liverpool Champions League Soccer