Wilton Sampaio Named Referee for Netherlands‑Morocco World Cup Clash

The Netherlands‑Morocco showdown at Monterrey’s BBVA Stadium will be overseen by 44‑year‑old Brazilian referee Wilton Sampaio. Sampaio has been on FIFA’s international list since 2013 and has officiated high‑profile fixtures in South America’s top leagues, the Copa Libertadores and the 2022 World Cup.

His extensive experience is expected to bring firm yet fair control to the high‑stakes Round‑of‑16 encounter.