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Berlin referees on the world stage of soccer

Felix Zwayer of SC Charlottenburg will be officiating at the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup, which kicks off today, June 11, 2026, in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. As the only German head referee on the FIFA roster, he will also represent Team Berlin on what is perhaps the biggest stage world soccer has to offer.

The 45-year-old, a native of Berlin, has been a DFB referee since 2004, has officiated 1. Bundesliga matches since 2009, and has been part of the FIFA referee panel since 2012. Over many years, he has gained international experience at the highest level of men’s soccer, including in the 2023 UEFA Nations League final, at UEFA EURO 2024 in Germany, and in the 2025 UEFA Europa League final.

The World Cup nomination is the highlight of an impressive career to date and, at the same time, a great honor for Berlin’s refereeing community.

The Berlin Football Association extends its warmest congratulations to Felix Zwayer and wishes him every success in his upcoming matches!

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