Honduran Referee Said Martínez Picked for Portugal-Colombia World Cup Match

Published on Honduras Daily · Jun 25, 2026 · Originally reported June 25, 2026 by Diez

Honduran referee Said Martínez has been chosen to officiate Saturday's World Cup match between Portugal and Colombia, one of the tournament's most anticipated games, stirring pride in his hometown of Tocoa.

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Also reported by: Radio América Honduras

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