World Cup referees set to earn up to $100,000 this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:29 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Referees officiating at this summer’s World Cup could earn salaries of up to $100,000, with additional bonuses for officiating in the later stages of the tournament. This figure is approximately double what was paid to referees at the 2014 World Cup, reflecting FIFA's aim to utilize top officials. Premier League referees Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor have been selected, alongside VAR official Jarred Gillett. FIFA has chosen 52 referees, 88 assistant referees, and 30 VAR officials for the tournament., one referee has been removed from the list due to border entry issues.
- •Referees can earn up to $100,000 plus bonuses.
- •Payments are nearly double those from the 2014 World Cup.
- •52 referees and 30 VAR officials will officiate this summer.
- •Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor represent the Premier League.
- •A Somalian referee was denied entry to the U.S.
- 8:29 AMYahoo Sports — How much will referees get paid for the World Cup?
"World Cup referees are in line to earn up to $100,000 with big bonuses if they are chosen for the latter stages of the tournament
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