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Michael Oliver ruled out of Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador World Cup match

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 8:58 AM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Michael Oliver ruled out of Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador World Cup match
Summary

English referee Michael Oliver is sidelined due to injury and will miss officiating the Group E match between Ivory Coast and Ecuador in Philadelphia on June 13. He has been replaced by French referee Francois Letexier. Oliver is among six English referees selected for the World Cup and is expected to return to action soon, as FIFA stated he should be available in the coming days. He had previously refereed at the 2022 World Cup.

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  • •Michael Oliver injured and misses World Cup match
  • •Francois Letexier replaces Oliver for the match
  • •The match is scheduled for June 13 in Philadelphia
  • •Oliver expected to be available for upcoming matches
  • •Oliver has a history of officiating at major tournaments
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  • 8:58 AMYahoo Sports — Injured referee Oliver to miss World Cup match
  • 8:47 AMBBC Football — Injured referee Oliver to miss World Cup match
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English referee Michael Oliver is ruled out of the group match between Ivory Coast and Ecuador.

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English referee Michael Oliver is ruled out of the group match between Ivory Coast and Ecuador.

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