Egyptian Referees Earn Praise from South Korean Fans at 2026 World Cup

The Egyptian refereeing team that officiated the match between South Korea and the Czech Republic received significant acclaim from South Korean fans on social media following their impressive performance during the game, which was part of the opening round of Group A in the 2026 World Cup.

South Korea secured a valuable victory against the Czech Republic with a score of 2-1, in a match filled with thrilling moments and crucial officiating decisions that played a pivotal role in its outcome.

The match was led by international referee Amin Omar, assisted by Mahmoud Abu Elregal and Ahmed Hesham Taha, while Mahmoud Ashour served as the Video Assistant Referee (VAR).

One of the most notable moments of the match was the disallowed goal by Tomas Soucek for the Czech Republic due to offside, after a meticulous review of the situation between referee Amin Omar and assistant Mahmoud Abu Elregal. The replays showed that there was an offside by mere centimeters.

This decision garnered widespread attention among fans and media, especially as South Korea managed to score the winning goal during the very next attack, making this moment a key turning point in the match.

A large number of South Korean fans took to social media to express their appreciation for the Egyptian team’s performance, praising their accurate officiating and adherence to the rules in one of the standout matches of the tournament’s first round.

This appearance marks Amin Omar’s first participation in a World Cup finals, having been selected among the referees for the 2026 edition, representing another achievement for Egyptian officiating on the international stage.