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  "path": "/global/world-news/2026/04/09/world-cup-referees/",
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  "textContent": "FIFA has announced the list of referees who will officiate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following a meticulous, comprehensive selection process spanning three years. The official refereeing team, ‘Team One’, comprises 52 referees, 88 assistant referees, and 30 video assistant referees, representing the six continental confederations and covering 50 national associations, forming the largest […]\n\nBy Alaa Shamali",
  "title": "World Cup referees list announced – and it’s the largest ever"
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