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Spanish referee Alejandro Hernández will serve as fourth official in the USA‑Paraguay opening match of the 2026 World Cup and later in the Haiti‑Scotland group‑C fixture; the appointment highlights the presence of Spanish officials at the tournament. Born in Madrid, Hernández has been officiating at the international level for several years, and this tournament marks his debut as a World Cup fourth official.
The fourth official’s duties include managing substitutions, communicating with team benches, and ensuring the match runs smoothly. The opening game will take place at Los Angeles Stadium in the early morning, attracting a large global audience.
His subsequent assignment in the Haiti‑Scotland match will occur later on Sunday, adding to the early schedule of the competition. The appointments underscore the presence of Spanish officials at the tournament and represent a significant milestone in Hernández’s career.
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