Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic will make history by officiating the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, becoming the first Slovenian to take charge of football's biggest game. This highly anticipated match at MetLife Stadium features Lionel Messi in potentially his last World Cup appearance, facing Spain's rising star Lamine Yamal. Vincic brings extensive experience, having previously officiated at the 2022 World Cup, Euro 2020, and Euro 2024. His past assignments include Argentina's 2022 World Cup defeat to Saudi Arabia and Spain's Euro 2024 semi-final victory over France. He also oversaw the 2024 Champions League final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund, and the Europa League final involving Rangers and Eintracht Frankfurt. Vincic will be joined by Slovenian compatriots Tomaz Klancnik and Andraz Kovacic as assistant referees.
