Clément Turpin, a French referee, is set to officiate England’s World Cup match against Croatia. Multiple outlets identify Turpin as the referee for the opening game on Wednesday. The reports also highlight his established experience officiating major European matches and tournaments. Several sources note that Turpin has previously been involved in controversy connected to Thomas Tuchel, with one outlet stating that the referee angered Tuchel in an earlier incident. The Independent adds that Turpin has experience involving prominent figures in elite football, including both Tuchel and Jude Bellingham. Across the coverage, Turpin is presented as a long-time top-level match official with a track record in high-profile games, and his appointment draws attention because of prior tensions involving Tuchel. No sources provide additional new details about the specific incident, disciplinary decisions, or match events beyond describing the earlier controversy and Turpin’s background.