Carlos Amarilla
ParaguayEarly Life and Education
Carlos Amarilla was born on October 26, 1970, in Asunción, Paraguay. He holds a degree in Electrical Engineering.
Football Refereeing Career
Amarilla embarked on his refereeing journey in 1997. He has officiated numerous high-profile matches, including the 2006 FIFA World Cup match between Ukraine and Tunisia, where his performance received high acclaim.
Major Tournaments
Amarilla reached the pinnacle of his career as a referee when he officiated the final match of the 2007 Copa América between Brazil and Argentina. He has also officiated in the 2003 and 2005 FIFA Confederations Cups, as well as the 2004 and 2007 Copa Américas.
Cup Games
Amarilla has the distinction of regularly officiating in the Copa Libertadores since 2006.
Nickname and its Impact
Translated from Spanish, Amarilla means "yellow," which has given rise to countless humorous remarks from commentators and fans who associate his surname with the yellow card.
