FIFA announced Thursday that Slovenia's Slavko Vinčić will referee Sunday's 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain. The 46-year-old official has been selected to take charge of the tournament's biggest match.
Vinčić has already overseen three games during this World Cup, a sign of the confidence FIFA has placed in him throughout the competition. His appointment to the final now makes him one of the most closely watched figures on the field for the title decider.
Among his assignments in the tournament was the Round of 32 meeting between Mexico and Ecuador. That previous knockout-stage role added to his workload before being chosen for the championship match.
With Argentina and Spain preparing to meet for the trophy, the spotlight will not only be on the two teams but also on the officiating team led by Vinčić. His selection sets the stage for him to oversee one of the defining games of the 2026 World Cup.
