Deschamps is not worried about the Argentine referee in the match against Morocco

France national team head coach Didier Deschamps has reacted to the appointment of an Argentine referee for the 2026 World Cup quarter-final match against Morocco.

The France vs. Morocco match will take place on Thursday, July 9. The match will be officiated by Argentine referee Facundo Tello.

Referee appointment raises questions

The appointment of an Argentine referee for the quarter-final match has sparked some debate.

In particular, discussions surrounding officiating had intensified following the recent round of 16 match between Argentina and Egypt.

Deschamps: 'It doesn't worry me'

The France head coach openly stated that he is not worried about this appointment.

'No, there are no questions. You might have questions, but it doesn't worry me,' said Deschamps.

He also alluded to Letexier's work

Deschamps also mentioned François Letexier and his team, who officiated the Argentina vs. Egypt match.

'I hope the referee performs as well as Letexier and his team did in the recent match,' he noted.

'Our opponent is Morocco, not the referee'

The France manager stated that the team should focus on Morocco, not the referee.

'Our opponent is Morocco, not the referee. On the contrary, he is there to apply the rules of the game as accurately as possible,' said Deschamps.

The quarter-final clash between France and Morocco will be a major test for a semi-final spot. Deschamps insists that everything in this match should be decided by the football on the pitch.