Cesar Arturo Ramos has been selected to referee the much-awaited World Cup semi-final clash between France and Morocco on Tuesday night.
With the Mexican having officiated in three games at the tournament already, one can look forward to a game which is allowed to flow.
Who is Cesar Arturo Ramos?
Cesar Arturo Ramos Palazuelos is set to referee the most high-profile fixture in his career as France and Morocco face off on Wednesday night.
Before this clash, the biggest games overseen by the 38-year-old include Portugal’s 6-1 thrashing of Switzerland in the Round of 16 of the ongoing World Cup as well as Uruguay’s 2-1 win over Fernando Santos’ side at the same stage in 2018.
In total, Cesar Arturo Ramos has managed 6 FIFA World Cup ties, as he was in charge of 3 contests at the previous edition of the competition.
He was also responsible for refereeing Real Madrid’s 1-0 win over Gremio in the Club World Cup Final in 2017.
Aside from the aforementioned clashes, Cesar Arturo Ramos has been a referee in Liga MX, which is the Mexican top-flight since 2011.
In addition, Ramos was also in charge of four games during the 2019 AFC (Asian Football Confederation) Cup.
Cesar Arturo Ramos Stats (ahead of France vs Morocco)
First name: Cesar Arturo
Last name: Ramos Palazuelos
Nationality: Mexican
Date of birth: 15 December 1983
Nationality: Mexican
Country of birth: Mexico
Cesar Arturo Ramos yellow card stats (FIFA World Cup)
In 6 out of his World Cup appearances, Cesar Arturo Ramos has handed out 7 yellow cards and 0 red cards in total.
This indicates that games at the tournament officiated by him average 2.33 yellow cards per match, which is a rather measly total in comparison to several referees at the competition.
What happened between Cesar Arturo Ramos and Cristiano Ronaldo (CR7)?
After Ricardo Quaresma was fouled during Portugal’s Round of 16 clash against Uruguay during the 2018 World Cup. A livid Cristiano Ronaldo demanded Cesar Arturo Ramos to dish out a yellow card for the challenge.
However, the Mexican referee decided not to, which led to Ronaldo seeming like he was ready to get into a physical altercation with the official.
For Ronaldo’s furious reaction, Cesar Ramos decided to book him instead.
However, on Alejandro Ayala’s YouTube channel, he had confirmed that Ronaldo apologised to him, as he was handed the legendary forward’s shirt by the Portuguese federation after the game.
Cesar Arturo Ramos Instagram
Cesar Arturo Ramos is on Instagram, where his official handle goes by the name of: @oilyyachty21.
The Mexican has 820 followers, while following 54 accounts as well.
The referee will let France vs Morocco play out
Unlike several referees that aim to become the headline of such high-pressure fixtures, Cesar Ramos’ record so far showcases that he lets the game flow.
In a game between France and Morroco where fans from across the world wish to feast their eyes on both sets of stars playing champagne football, Cesar Arturo Ramos will not mar the game by constantly interrupting proceedings with needless stoppages.
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