Amman, July 5 (Petra) – FIFA appointed another all-Jordanian referee
crew for a knockout match, cementing Jordan’s “officiating presence
as a success” in the 2026 World Cup.

FIFA selected Jordanian referee Adham Makhadmeh, alongside assistants
Ahmad Ruwaileh and Mohammad Bakka, to officiate the USA vs. Belgium
match on Tuesday, July 7, 3am (Jordan time).

The crew previously refereed Spain vs. Cape Verde and New Zealand vs.
Belgium in the group stage, plus England vs. Congo in the Round of
32. Their strong performances, especially in the England-Congo match,
earned high marks from FIFA assessors and praise from both regional
and international media.

In remarks to “Petra,” Naser Darwish, former Jordan Football
Association (JFA) Head of Referees, said these knockout assignments
prove Jordanian officials belong on the world stage, noting “FIFA’s
continued trust in the crew is a source of pride for Jordan.”

Football coach Omar Zaghoul noted the crew’s success reflects the
overall progress of Jordanian football. He stated umpiring 4 clashes
is “no coincidence, but rather the direct result of their strong
performances and high technical ratings.”

//Petra// HA