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Clear filtersFIFA to Rule Monday on Said Martínez's World Cup Future
Honduran referee Said Martínez, who has drawn scrutiny for his decisions during the tournament, awaits FIFA's ruling on July 13 on whether he will continue officiating in the World Cup's final rounds.
La PrensaRead in EnglishLeer en EspañolPublished on Honduras Daily · Jul 13, 2026#world-cup-2026#said-martinez#refereeHonduran Referee Martínez Dropped From World Cup Quarterfinals
Said Martinez, who became Honduras's first referee to lead a World Cup match, was excluded from FIFA's quarterfinal assignments after earlier appointments in group play and the round of 16, leaving his tournament fate uncertain.
Once NoticiasLeer en EspañolPublished on Honduras Daily · Jul 9, 2026#mundial-2026#arbitraje#said-martinezHonduran Referee Said Martínez to Officiate England–Ghana
FIFA assigned Honduran referee Said Martínez to officiate England versus Ghana on June 23, making him the first Honduran to referee two World Cup matches, with compatriots Walter López and Cristian Ramírez as assistant referees.
La PrensaRead in EnglishLeer en EspañolPublished on Honduras Daily · Jun 21, 2026#world-cup-2026#said-martinez#fifa-refereeHonduran Referee Martínez Makes Historic World Cup Debut
Honduran center referee Said Martínez made history in his World Cup debut by awarding the first penalty ever given to Switzerland in World Cup play, during Switzerland's match against Qatar.