(CNN) – The International Football Federation (FIFA) has chosen Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić to lead the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. Who is this referee and what are the most important matches he has officiated?

A historic match for Saudi Arabia

This referee officiated the match between Saudi Arabia and Argentina in the 2022 World Cup when 'The Green' defeated 'The Tango Dancers' 2-1.

That match witnessed the last defeat of the Argentine national team in the World Cup, as they have not suffered any loss in the tournament since that encounter.

The current World Cup

Vinčić officiated the match between Morocco and Brazil, the Jordan vs. Algeria encounter, and the Ecuador vs. Mexico match in this tournament.

The matches officiated by this referee in the 2026 World Cup did not witness any notable controversial incidents and were characterized by calmness.

Camavinga's red card

The Slovenian referee officiated the second leg match between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League, which witnessed the sending off of Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga.

Other information

This referee was born on November 25, 1979, and is 46 years old. He is a native of the Slovenian city of Maribor.

Vinčić received his international badge in 2010 and officiated his first match as a professional referee on May 26, 2007.