Quick Info
| Profession | Football Referee |
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| Nationality | Uzbek |
| Date of Birth | 05/04/1984 |
| Age | 42 years |
| Birthplace | Bukhara, Uzbekistan |
Latest News about Ilgiz Tantashev
25/06/2026
Ilgiz Tantashev was selected as the referee for the high-stakes round-of-16 match between France and Paraguay at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This appointment highlighted his status as one of the top international referees, joining a select group of 52 officials chosen by FIFA for the tournament.
20/06/2026
FIFA officially appointed Uzbek referee Ilgiz Tantashev to officiate the crucial Group J match between Algeria and Austria at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Both nations were fighting to secure a place in the World Cup round of 32, making this match a decisive fixture for their tournament progression.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Ilgiz Tantashev is a professional football referee from Uzbekistan. He has been listed on the FIFA International Referees List since 2013 and is known for officiating high-profile international matches, including World Cup games. He began his officiating career in 2008 and made his debut in the Uzbekistan Super League in October 2010. |
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| Quote | Participating in the World Cup is the fulfillment of one of my greatest dreams. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He resides in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. | |
| 2. He is one of the 52 referees selected by FIFA for the 2026 World Cup. | |
| 3. He was assisted by fellow Uzbek officials Andrey Tsapenko and Timur Gaynullin during the Morocco vs Scotland match. |