French referee Stephanie Frappart became the first woman to serve as the chief referee in a men’s World Cup match. This was reported by the press service of the International Football Federation (FIFA).
The French woman was assigned to the third round match of the group stage between the national teams of Germany and Costa Rica. Linesmen Neuza Bakk (Brazil) and Karen Diaz (Mexico) will assist him.
The meeting will take place on 1 December. The starting scroll for the teams will ring at 22:00 Moscow time.
Frappard, 38, officiated the 2019 UEFA Super Cup match between Chelsea and Liverpool, becoming the first female referee to serve in a major UEFA men’s tournament.
He also served in the French championship and Champions League matches.
The World Championship started on November 20 and will run until December 18, 2022. The tournament takes place in eight stadiums in five cities. The final match will be played at the National Stadium.
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