England vs Mexico referee made ‘bizarre’ World Cup call that baffled top officials

Referee Alireza Faghani will take charge of England v Mexico (Picture: Getty Images)

Alireza Faghani will take charge of the huge World Cup clash between England and Mexico on Sunday and you may remember him from an eyebrow-raising call earlier in the tournament.

The 48-year-old is a vastly experienced referee, taking charge of games at his third World Cup, having also refereed in Russia and Qatar.

Already this summer he has refereed Portugal’s draw wit...