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Ismail Elfath from the United States to referee Flamengo's match in the World Cup final

Dreaming of a second world championship, Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (17) to face PSG (FRA). The match, which is for the intercontinental title, will take place at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan and will have American refereeing.

FIFA has appointed Ismail Elfath from the United States as the referee for PSG vs. Flamengo in the World Cup final. Additionally, the referee will be assisted by Parker Corey and Al Atkins Kyle, while Chapman Allen will be in charge of the VAR, all from the same country.

IS THE AMERICAN REFEREE FAMILIAR TO FLAMENGO?

Yes! Ismail Elfath has already officiated a Flamengo match in the World Cup semifinal in 2019. On that occasion, the Moroccan naturalized American was the referee in the 3-1 victory of Jorge Jesus's team, which came from behind against Al Hilal (SAU).

WHAT ARE THE DETAILS OF THE FLAMENGO vs. PSG MATCH?

Thus, with the refereeing set, Flamengo takes the field this Wednesday (17) to face PSG at 2 PM (Brasília time) at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan. The match marks the chance for Mengão to become a two-time world champion.

As usual, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match on YouTube, the website, and social media. Additionally, the game will be broadcast on Globo (open channel), GE TV (YouTube), and Cazé TV (YouTube).

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