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FIFA referee with controversial history on Portugal-Spain match at Dallas Stadium
By Charles Nichelson and DANIELLA MATAR | The Associated Press at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· July 6, 2026
· 4 min read
The 2026 FIFA World Cup returns to Dallas Stadium on Monday, July 6, when Portugal plays Spain at 2 p.m. Refereeing is back in the spotlight after FIFA announced English referee Anthony Taylor would be the head referee for the match.
Taylor has had notable moments in international club and...
Key takeaway Taylor has had notable moments in international club and country tournaments, including the 2024 Euros and the 2023 Europa League Final.
Why this matters in Southlake News
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup match between Portugal and Spain approaches at Dallas Stadium, local soccer fans are likely to be watching referee Anthony Taylor's performance closely. Taylor's history of controversy, including the disputed handball call in the 2024 Euros quarterfinals and the Europa League final between Roma and Sevilla, may raise concerns about the potential for disputed calls to impact the outcome of the match. The fact that Taylor has faced backlash from fans and coaches in the past, including being escorted away by security at Budapest airport, suggests that he may be under intense scrutiny in Dallas. Local fans attending the match at Dallas Stadium will be eager to see how Taylor navigates the high-stakes match, and whether his refereeing decisions will be a factor in the outcome. The city's soccer community will be watching to see if Taylor's performance will be a talking point after the match.
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Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? The 2026 FIFA World Cup returns to Dallas Stadium on Monday, July 6, when Portugal plays Spain at 2 p.m. Refereeing is back in the spotlight after FIFA announced English referee Anthony Taylor would be the head referee for the match.
Taylor has had notable moments in international club and...
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