Spain takes on Morocco in a Round of 16 conflict on the FIFA World Cup 2022 on the Education City Stadium in Qatar on Tuesday. The match will kickoff at 8:30 PM IST.
Spain, the 2010 champion, moved into the knockouts after ending second in a tough Group E that additionally comprised Japan, Germany and Costa Rica. In its last group match, Spain suffered a shock 1-2 defeat to Japan.
Meanwhile, Morocco secured its first Round of 16 look since 1986 after it topped Group F which additionally included 2018 runner-up Croatia, Belgium and Canada. Morocco had an undefeated run within the group stage and heads into the match after a 2-1 win over Canada.
Morocco and Spain have met thrice within the FIFA World Cup finals and qualifying stage. Spain leads the head-to-head with two wins and a 2-2 draw of their final assembly through the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
Argentine Fernando Rapallini might be referee for tonight’s conflict.
Who is Fernando Rapallini?
Fernando Rapallini started his profession as a FIFA referee in 2014 and has primarily officiated within the Argentine Primera Division. The 44-year-old was the primary South American referee to officiate within the UEFA European Championship when he was chosen for the 2020 version final yr.
Rapallini has officiated 11 worldwide matches since 2015. This match marks his first look on the FIFA World Cup.
Rapallini had overseen proceedings of two group matches within the match – Morocco v Croatia and Serbia v Switzerland. Rapaillini handed out as many as 11 yellow playing cards through the Group G conflict between Serbia and Switzerland.
Rapallini might be assisted by one other Argentinian duo of Juan Pablo Belatti and Diego Bonfa whereas Brazilian Raphael Claus will take over because the fourth referee tonight.
Argentina’s Mauro Vigliano would be the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) with the help of Colombia’s Nicola Gallo.
Match officers for Spain vs Morocco spherical of 16 conflict
Referee: Fernando Rapallini (Argentina)
Assistant Referees: Juan Pablo Belatti (Argentina), Diego Bonfa (Argentina)
Fourth Official: Raphael Claus (Brazil)
Video Assistant Referee: Mauro Vigliano (Argentina)