World Rugby has announced the Emirates Match Officials for the quarter-finals of Rugby World Cup 2023.
The wider match official group remains in contention for future appointments at the tournament.
World Rugby Chairman Sir Bill Beaumont said: “I am full of admiration for how the match officials have performed at this Rugby World Cup and the example that they set as ambassadors and guardians of the sport’s values.
“They have played their full part in what will be remembered as a compelling pool phase. I would like to congratulate Jaco, Wayne, Mathieu and Ben, the assistant referees and TMOs, and we now look forward to four compelling matches on the road to determining who will lift the Webb Ellis Cup at Stade de France on 28 October.”
World Rugby High Performance 15s Match Officials Manager Joël Jutge added: “Congratulations to those appointed. It was a very difficult selection as the performance level has been high. As a team, the match officials have worked hard to achieve consistency of performance and clarity of decision-making that enables the players to do what they do best.
“There is a strong culture within this group and a strong understanding with the teams owing to the preparation achieved over the last year and beyond. While it is the referees who will get the recognition for the appointments, this is a team game. We have an excellent team of referees, assistant referees and TMOs with a strong team ethic for the group to be the best it can be as a whole.”
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Jaco Peyper (South Africa) will referee the first quarter-final between Wales and Argentina at Stade de Marseille in Marseille on 14 October (17:00 CET).
Peyper, born on January 25, 1980, in South Africa, is a distinguished rugby union referee. His career has seen him officiate at the highest levels, including Rugby World Cups and Rugby Championship matches. Known for his clear communication and firm but fair rulings, Peyper has established himself as a respected figure in the rugby community.
Beyond the field, he is a former teacher, displaying his commitment to education. Peyper’s contributions to the sport have made him a trusted presence on the global rugby stage.
