This is Not the First World Cup Referee

This is Not the First World Cup Referee

The photo dates to 1033, not the first World Cup (Facebook)

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An image circulating on social media purports to show the first referee for the first World Cup match.

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Chester Manings

Chester Manings

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James Louischarles

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