Maurizio Mariani and Marco Di Bello to Represent Italy at 2026 World Cup

Maurizio Mariani will serve as a referee, while Marco Di Bello takes on the VAR role for the tournament. Assistant referees Daniele Bindoni and Alberto Tegoni have also been selected.

Despite Italy missing the tournament on the field, Italian interests remain high with coaches Carlo Ancelotti and Vincenzo Montella leading national teams. FIFA Chief Refereeing Officer Pierluigi Collina highlighted the expansion of the event to 48 teams.