The Colombia national team faces Switzerland in the World Cup with referee Iván Barton, who will be directing his third match in the tournament. Iván Barton, 35, has been suspended in the past by the Salvadoran Football Federation.

Who is Iván Barton?

Iván Barton is a referee from El Salvador who has directed matches in competitions such as the Olympic Games and the Club World Cup. However, he also has a controversial past in his country's league.

What happened in Iván Barton's past?

In the 8th round of the 2026 Clausura in El Salvador's league, Barton refereed a match between C.D. Águila and Alianza F.C. that ended with a score of 0-0. The coaches of both teams criticized his performance in that match.

What does this mean for Colombia?

The Colombia national team is looking to advance in the World Cup, and the match against Switzerland is important. With a streak of 2 consecutive wins, Colombia is looking to maintain its good performance. In their last match, Colombia defeated Australia 3-0 on November 19, 2025.

The Colombia national team has a recent record of 3 wins, 2 draws, and 0 losses in their last 5 matches. Iván Barton will have to make important decisions in the match to ensure a fair result.