Mario Escobar
Mario Escobar is a prominent Guatemalan soccer referee known for his extensive experience in international tournaments, including officiating at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. He has been recognized for his skills in managing high-stakes matches and is currently a participant in a FIFA seminar aimed at preparing referees for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. His dedication and performance in various regional competitions have positioned him as a leading candidate to represent Guatemala in the next World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 5,094,118 | 2,553 | $62,000 | 31$ |
| Panama | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 4,314,768 | 3,566 | $76,000 | 63$ |
| Nigeria | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 206,139,589 | 87,682 | $448,000 | 191$ |
| Saudi Arabia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 34,813,871 | 19,129 | $700,000 | 385$ |
| Totals | 4 | 250,362,346 | 112,930 | $1,286,000 | 670$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Saudi Arabia:
Mario Escobar is the referee for the Eastern derby match between Al-Qadisiyah and Al-Ittihad.
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Nigeria:
Referee Mario Escobar pointed to the spot after a lengthy VAR review.
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Panama:
Mario Escobar was the referee who awarded the penalty to Mexico.
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Costa Rica:
Mario Escobar was the central referee who consulted VAR for a penalty decision.
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Guatemala:
Mario Escobar is a Guatemalan referee participating in a FIFA seminar to prepare for the 2026 World Cup.
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