Ismail Elfath
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Records
Ismail Elfath has built a career defined by trust and consistency at the highest levels of soccer officiating. Being selected as a referee for two FIFA World Cups and serving as fourth official for the 2022 final places him among an elite group of officials worldwide. His two MLS Referee of the Year awards reflect his standing in American soccer, while his appointments to the MLS Cup and CONCACAF Champions Cup finals demonstrate his ability to handle the most pressurized matches. Elfath's calm authority and clear communication have made him a model professional in a role that often goes unnoticed when done well.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
FIFA International Referee
Added to FIFA's list of international referees, enabling assignments in global tournaments.
Fourth Official for FIFA World Cup Final
Served as fourth official for the 2022 FIFA World Cup Final in Qatar.
MLS Referee of the Year (twice)
Received the league's top officiating honor on two occasions.
Records & Feats
First international match with VAR
Elfath refereed one of the earliest international matches to use Video Assistant Referee technology, according to a 2022 World Cup profile.