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Slavko Vincic to referee Brazil vs Morocco at World Cup opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:50 AM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Slavko Vincic to referee Brazil vs Morocco at World Cup opener

Summary

FIFA has appointed Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic to officiate the World Cup opener between Brazil and Morocco on Saturday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Vincic, 46, has significant experience, having officiated numerous Champions League and Europa League matches. His appointment comes after a controversial police detention in Bosnia in 2020, where he denied involvement in illicit activities at a meeting he attended. Investigations cleared him of any wrongdoing. The officiating crew includes Slovenian assistant referees Tomaz Klancnik and Andraz Kovacic, with Swiss officials Sandro Schaerer and Stephane de Almeida supporting.

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By the Numbers

•Vincic officiates World Cup opener at MetLife Stadium.
•Brazil faces Morocco in Group C match.
•Vincic experienced controversy from 2020 police detention.
•Investigations found no evidence against Vincic.
•Complete officiating crew includes assistants and additional officials.

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FIFA appointed Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic to officiate Brazil's World Cup opener against Morocco on Saturday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The 46-year-old brings elite experience but also con...
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