Horacio Elizondo

Horacio Elizondo

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Horacio Elizondo is an Argentine former referee who gained international recognition for officiating high-stakes matches, including the final of the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Following his retirement from officiating, he took on administrative roles within football organizations, including serving as the head of the Mexican Commission of Referees. His recent resignation from this position has opened the door for potential successors, including Enrique Osses, amidst ongoing debates about refereeing standards.

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Joseph Joseph mentioned the contributions of Horacio Elizondo in improving refereeing in Costa Rica.

Joseph Joseph cuenta cómo se toman las decisiones en el Comité Ejecutivo de la Fedefútbol
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-12-03
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Horacio Elizondo also had conflicts with the management of refereeing during Grondona's time.

qué pasará con Federico Beligoy
Clarín·ArgentinaArgentina· 2025-05-10
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Horacio Elizondo discussed implementing a 'VAR Light' with the previous president of the Arbitration Commission.

Liga de Ascenso espera utilizar el VAR para la final nacional
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-05-05
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Horacio Elizondo is mentioned as a predecessor to Alberto Toril.

Errores del VAR: Alajuelense lo sufre hoy, mañana puede ser cualquier otro equipo
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-04-08
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Horacio Elizondo is noted for initiating the path that Enrique Osses will continue in the Arbitration Commission.

¿Cuál es el porcentaje ideal de errores arbitrales con VAR? Presidente de Fedefútbol da la cifra
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-03-01
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Horacio Elizondo was replaced by Enrique Osses as president of the Arbitration Commission.

Polémico Enrique Osses releva a Horacio Elizondo como presidente de la Comisión de Arbitraje
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-02-26
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Horacio Elizondo is the previous president of the Arbitration Commission whose replacement is being sought.

Osael Maroto confirma nombre de candidato a dirigir Comisión de Arbitraje
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-02-20
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Horacio Elizondo resigned from the Arbitration Commission citing personal problems.

En México no lo quieren y suena con fuerza para llegar al fútbol de Costa Rica
La Nación – main Costa Rican daily, est. 1946·Costa RicaCosta Rica· 2025-02-13
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