- Jun 17
Messi hat-trick opens Argentina's World Cup defence as Marciniak referees 3-0 win over Algeria
Lionel Messi scored all three goals, equalling Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup record of 16, while Polish referee Szymon Marciniak oversaw a composed but occasionally contentious group-stage opener in Kansas City.
- Jun 13
Szymon Marciniak to referee Argentina's World Cup opener against Algeria
Szymon Marciniak, the Polish referee who oversaw the 2022 World Cup final, will officiate Argentina's first group-stage match against Algeria on June 17 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City.
