FIFA has designated Maurizio Marianni as the referee for the upcoming Group K match at the World Cup, taking place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is set to face Colombia on June 24 in their second group stage match. This encounter is pivotal for the Leopards as they aim to establish themselves on the global stage following a 52-year absence from World Cup tournaments.
After managing a hard-fought draw against Portugal, Sébastien Desabre’s team is eager to achieve a favorable outcome against Colombia. The match, scheduled to kick off at 2 am GMT, will be officiated by three Italian referees. Maurizio Marianni will lead the officiating team, with Daniele Bindoni and Alberto Tegoni serving as assistants. Juan Calderon and Juan Mora will fulfill the roles of fourth and fifth officials, respectively.