FIFA has appointed Dutch referee Danny Makkelie and his team to officiate the group stage match between Morocco and Haiti at the 2026 World Cup. The match is scheduled to take place in the early hours of Thursday morning (midnight kickoff) for Dutch audiences. This assignment marks another significant international role for Makkelie, a prominent figure in Dutch football officiating. The game is a crucial fixture for both teams as they compete in the group stage of the tournament. Details regarding the specific location of the match were not immediately available. This appointment underscores FIFA’s confidence in Makkelie’s ability to manage high-stakes international competitions. It is anticipated this will be a key match in the early stages of the 2026 World Cup.