French referee Clément Turpin is set to officiate England’s FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Norway. Multiple outlets describe him as an experienced official with a track record in high-profile European and international matches. The reports note that Turpin has previously worked at major tournaments and has officiated England in past games, including multiple victories and at least one draw.
Two of the sources also link Turpin to earlier coverage involving Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel. They say Turpin was criticized by Tuchel after a Champions League match last year, and one outlet adds that Tuchel referred to Turpin using a “Grade E” label. Despite that criticism, the same accounts characterize Turpin as a respected referee within football officiating. Other mentions highlight that Turpin has professional experience intersecting with figures such as Tuchel and England midfielder Jude Bellingham, though details of specific incidents beyond the Tuchel criticism are limited in the provided material. Overall, the reports focus on Turpin’s appointment, his experience, and the prior public criticism from Tuchel.
