Egyptian referee Amin Mohamed has been chosen to officiate the high-stakes Argentina vs Austria match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Egyptian match official Amin Mohamed will take charge of the World Cup 2026 clash between Argentina and Austria, kicking off at 5:00 PM local time on June 22, 2026, at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. He will be supported by his fellow countrymen Mahmoud Abouelregal and Ahmed Hossam Taja as assistant referees, while Spain’s Alejandro Hernández and Diego Sánchez will serve as fourth official and reserve assistant referee respectively.

Amin Mohamed has already proven his mettle at this World Cup, successfully managing the Group C encounter between South Korea and the Czech Republic without any major incidents. His composed handling of that match earned him the FIFA’s trust to oversee a more pivotal second-round fixture.

From Egyptian leagues to global stage

Amin Mohamed began his refereeing journey in Egypt’s top flight in 2013 before stepping onto the international stage in 2018. His first major assignment was a 2018 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Uganda and Lesotho. Since then, he has officiated multiple high-profile continental competitions, including the CAF Champions League, the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals, and two matches during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

A proven track record in pressure situations

With experience spanning domestic leagues, continental tournaments, and now the FIFA World Cup, Amin Mohamed has demonstrated consistent professionalism. His appointment for this Argentina vs Austria match underscores his rising reputation as one of Africa’s most reliable referees on the global football stage.