Byron Moreno facts for kids
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| Full name | Byron Aldemar Moreno Ruales | ||
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| Born | 23 November 1969 Quito, Ecuador |
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| Years | League | Role | |
| –2003 | Serie A | Referee | |
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| Years | League | Role | |
| 1996–2003 | FIFA listed | Referee | |
Byron Aldemar Moreno Ruales (born 23 November 1969) is a former football referee from Ecuador. He was an important international referee for FIFA from 1996 to 2003. During his career, he officiated many exciting football matches. He is best known for his role in a memorable game at the 2002 FIFA World Cup.
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Byron Moreno's Referee Career
Byron Moreno worked as a football referee for many years. He made sure games followed the rules. Referees have a tough job. They must make quick decisions during fast-paced matches. Moreno was recognized as an international referee. This meant he could officiate games all over the world.
Officiating at the 2002 FIFA World Cup
One of Byron Moreno's most famous matches was at the 2002 FIFA World Cup. He was the referee for a big game between Italy and co-hosts South Korea. This match was part of the knockout stage. It took place on June 18.
Key Moments in the Match
The game was very intense. South Korea won 2-1 in extra time. However, some of Moreno's decisions during the match were discussed a lot.
- He awarded a penalty to South Korea in the first half.
- Later, a goal by Italy's Damiano Tommasi was not allowed. The referee called it offside.
- Italy's player Francesco Totti received a second yellow card. This meant he had to leave the game. Some people thought it was not a foul.
These decisions led to a lot of debate after the match.
Later Career and Suspensions
After the World Cup, Byron Moreno continued to referee. However, he faced some challenges.
In September 2002, he was suspended from refereeing for a while. This happened after a match between L.D.U. Quito and Barcelona S.C. There were questions about his timekeeping during that game. Football authorities in Ecuador looked into the matter. FIFA also investigated some of his recent matches.
In May 2003, Moreno was suspended again. This was after a game where he sent off three players from Deportivo Quito. He decided to retire from refereeing the next month. He mentioned that his performance scores were low.
Byron Moreno's career as a referee was full of exciting moments and discussions. He is remembered for his time officiating at the highest level of international football.
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