The referee appointed to officiate the upcoming World Cup final was arrested in 2020 during a police raid on a party. The operation led to the arrest of 35 individuals, including the referee, at a gathering of 26 men and 9 women. Authorities seized ten pistols, 14 packages of cocaine, and over $11,000 in cash during the raid. The incident occurred in 2020 but has recently come to light as the referee was selected for the prestigious final match. Details of the case reveal a significant drug and weapons presence at the party. This revelation raises questions and potential controversy surrounding the appointment of the referee. Further investigation and scrutiny are expected following the resurfacing of this information.