Meet Ivan Barton: The referee for France vs Spain semi-final known for the 'Vinicius Law'
Salvadoran official Ivan Barton has been named to referee the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final between France and Spain. Barton, who has served as an international referee since 2018, previously gained attention during a group-stage game between Turkey and Paraguay. In that match, he applied the 'Vinicius Law' by ejecting Paraguay’s Miguel Almiron after the player covered his mouth while arguing. Barton currently holds the record for the most World Cup matches officiated by a Central American referee, with six appearances.
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