'He's impressed me': Emirati referee Omar Al Ali draws praise for World Cup showing (opens original article in a new tab)

Emirati referee Omar Al Ali and other officials participated in the World Cup match between Egypt and New Zealand, with Al Ali receiving praise from pundits for his performance.

• Emirati referee Omar Al Ali received praise for his World Cup performance
• Al Ali and two other Emirati officials worked the Egypt vs New Zealand match
• VAR official Mohamed Obaid Khadim did not review two potential fouls during the game
• ITV pundits praised Al Ali's management of the game