Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić, aged 46, has been appointed to officiate the 2026 FIFA World Cup match between Morocco and Brazil. Vinčić has been an international FIFA referee since 2010 and is considered a top European official.
He previously officiated the 2022 UEFA Europa League final between Eintracht Frankfurt and Rangers, as well as the 2024 UEFA Champions League final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid. Vinčić also refereed the 2023 UEFA Super Cup and several matches at UEFA Euro 2024.
The Morocco vs. Brazil match is scheduled to take place during the group stage of the 2026 World Cup, which is being co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The exact date and venue have not been confirmed as of June 11, 2026.
Vinčić's appointment reflects his experience in high-stakes matches. He has officiated over 200 matches in the Slovenian PrvaLiga and numerous UEFA competitions.
