Nine.com.au·3 min read·medium
World Cup 2026: referee Rob Dieperink dies months after being dropped from tournament
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Dutch referee Rob Dieperink has died following his removal from the 2026 World Cup officiating list due to a sexual assault investigation that was later dropped. The Dutch football association expressed shock at his passing.
- 11.01pm . First published at 10.12pm
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