Ilgiz Tantashev to referee Paraguay vs France match

Uzbekistan’s experienced FIFA referee Ilgiz Tantashev will lead a team of officials in overseeing a crucial match at the round of 16 stage of the 2026 World Cup, as reported by Zamin.uz.

In this stage, the national teams of Paraguay and France will face off. Assisting the main referee on the sidelines will be our compatriots Andrey Sapenko and Timur Gaynullin.

Thus, Uzbek referees will also carry out responsible duties in the decisive playoff stage of this prestigious world championship. The highly anticipated match will take place on July 4 at the magnificent stadium in Philadelphia, USA.

It is worth noting that the date of this game coincides with the nationwide celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of American independence, so high-ranking officials and state dignitaries from the host country are expected to attend the match in person at the stadium.

The appointment of Uzbek referees to such high-level matches reflects the international recognition of our country’s football school and refereeing system. For Ilgiz Tantashev and his team, this match is not only an opportunity to demonstrate their skills but also to worthily represent Uzbek football on the international stage.

This information, based on reports from One.uz, has generated significant interest among sports fans.