FIFA has unveiled the list of referees for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, and there is no French referee included. This decision has prompted disappointment and reactions in France. Noël Le Graët, president of the French Football Federation (FFF), expressed his disappointment and stated that it indicates the need for further work on French arbitration to reach the highest international level. Pascal Garibian, the head of the National Technical Directorate of Arbitration, also commented on the non-selection, citing the respect for FIFA’s decision. Despite this setback, the focus remains on advancing French arbitration and supporting young referees on the international stage. The selected referees come from various regions, including Europe, Africa, Oceania, South America, North America, and Asia.
FRENCH REFEREES: BANNED FROM THE 2014 WORLD CUP, THEY MAKE THEIR MEA CULPA! – VIDEO-
