Who is the referee for Czech Republic vs Mexico?

Argentinian referee Yael Falcon — The Czech Republic will be hoping home advantage doesn't play in Mexico's favour with the officials (Image credit: Getty Images)

Mexico can afford to take their foot off the gas for this one as much as they like - but it's a very different story for the Czech Republic.

World Cup co-hosts Mexico have not just booked their place in the round of 32, but are already guaranteed to do so as group winners.

But the Czech Republic will know that only a win is at all likely to be good enough to put them through alongside their opponents here.

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Referee confirmed for Czech Republic vs Mexico

Yael Falcon Perez, the referee for the 2026 League Cup final between River Plate and Belgrano, is seen at Mario Alberto Kempes Stadium — Yael Falcon will take charge of his second game of the tournament (Image credit: Getty Images)

Estadio Azteca in Mexico City is the stage, with the match due to kick off at 7pm local time (2am UK time).

FIFA have confirmed the team of officials who will oversee the game both on the pitch and from the VAR booth.

Mexico striker Raul Jimenez celebrates his goal against South Africa — Mexico have won both of their games so far (Image credit: Getty Images)

Argentinian referee Yael Falcon will be at the centre of it all as he takes charge of his second game of the tournament.

37-year-old Falcon has had a rapid rise through the ranks since he started refereeing in 2017, and last month took charge of the Torneo Apertura final to determine the champions of Argentina, with Belgrano running out 3-2 winners over River Plate.

Falcon's other day's work at this World Cup was Sweden's 5-1 win over Tunisia.

Two of his countrymen will run the lines: Maximilliano Del Yesso and Facundo Rodriguez.

Chilean pair Cristian Garay and Jose Retamal will be the fourth official and reserve assistant referee, respectively.

The Czech Republic have just one point going into their final group game — The Czech Republic need a result (Image credit: Getty Images)

VAR appointments are yet to be announced for this game.

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Steven Chicken has been working as a football writer since 2009, taking in stints with Football365 and the Huddersfield Examiner. Steven still covers Huddersfield Town home and away for his own publication, WeAreTerriers.com. Steven is a two-time nominee for Regional Journalist of the Year at the prestigious British Sports Journalism Awards, making the shortlist in 2020 and 2023.