Kansas City, June 26 -- Katia Itzel Garcia has made history by becoming the first Mexican woman to officiate a match at the FIFA World Cup, marking a significant milestone in international football officiating.

Garcia took charge during the Netherlands vs Tunisia match at the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Thursday (local time), where she was seen wearing a custom-designed uniform featuring the colours of the Mexican flag, symbolising national pride on the global stage, according to ESPN FC's X handle.

Her appointment is being seen as a landmark moment for Mexican refereeing and for the growing representation of women in elite football officiating at the world level.

Coming to the contest, the Netherlands sealed top spot in Group F with a comm...