Dutch referee Rob Dieperink dies at 42
Dutch referee Rob Dieperink has died at age 42, the Royal Dutch Football Association announced on July 14, 2026.
July 14, 2026
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Source: marca.com
Dutch referee Rob Dieperink has died at the age of 42, the Royal Dutch Football Association (KNVB) announced on July 14, 2026. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
Dieperink, who had been a professional referee since 2012, officiated in the Eredivisie and was selected as a video assistant referee for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. He was not scheduled to officiate at the 2026 World Cup.
The KNVB expressed condolences to Dieperink's family and colleagues. No further details about his death have been released.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Rob Dieperink?
Rob Dieperink was a Dutch professional football referee who officiated in the Eredivisie and served as a video assistant referee at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
When did Rob Dieperink die?
He died on July 14, 2026, at the age of 42.
What was the cause of his death?
The cause of death has not been disclosed by the KNVB or his family.
