Yusuke Araki to Referee Iran–Qatar Match in World Cup Qualifier
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – FIFA announced the names of the referees who will officiate the match between Iran and Qatar in the qualifying tournament for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Yusuke Araki from Japan will officiate the match.
The 38-year-old referee will be assisted by his compatriots – assistant FIFA referees Jun Mihara and Kota Watanabe.
The fourth official will be Hiroki Kasahara.
The Group A match will be held on Tuesday in Dubai’s Rashid Stadium.