Anguilla’s Khamal Harding Hodge has been reappointed to the 2026 FIFA International Referees List, reaffirming his status among the world’s elite officials.
At a ceremony hosted by the Anguilla Football Association (AFA), the 2026 FIFA badge was formally presented to Harding Hodge by AFA president Girdon Connor in recognition of his achievement.
The event brought together the general secretary, members of the executive council, referee committee members, friends, coaches and AFA staff.
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Reflecting on his journey, Hodge expressed his gratitude for the opportunities and experiences gained over the past year, a press release from the AFA on 7 February said.
He said the international exposure, high-level matches and continued development have been highly motivating and instrumental in his growth as a referee.
“This reappointment motivates me to keep pushing, improving and representing Anguilla with pride,” Hodge said.
“I am truly thankful for the experiences and exposure I gained last year, and I am looking forward to even more opportunities in the year ahead.”
The AFA president and members of the executive council congratulated Hodge on his reappointment.
They said his continued presence on the FIFA list reflects positively on Anguilla’s refereeing programme and the association’s broader commitment to developing high-quality football officials.
Remaining on the FIFA International Refereeing List requires officials to meet some of the highest standards in world football.
These include passing rigorous fitness testing, maintaining exceptional match performance, and demonstrating strong knowledge, judgment and professionalism at the highest levels of the game.
