Kenyan referee Gilbert Cheruiyot has been selected to officiate at the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Chile, scheduled from September 27 to October 19. This prestigious appointment highlights his extensive experience and resilience in international football officiating.

• Cheruiyot, 41, obtained his FIFA badge in 2013 and has since officiated in major tournaments including the CAF Champions League, 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and three editions of the Africa Cup of Nations.
• His selection is particularly significant as he narrowly missed the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar due to Kenya's suspension.
• Kenya currently boasts nine FIFA-accredited assistant referees, reaffirming the nation's strong presence in global football officiating.