FIFA honored renowned journalist and former Sports Illustrated writer Grant Wahl ahead of Saturday’s quarterfinal match between England and France on Saturday.
Wahl died suddenly on Friday while covering the World Cup in Qatar. He was 48.
Before the teams came out onto the pitch for the match, FIFA displayed a picture of Wahl on the video board at Al Bayt Stadium and spoke briefly about his immense contributions to the world of soccer.
“The football world is mourning the loss of renowned sports journalist Grant Wahl who passed away while reporting on his eighth consecutive FIFA World Cup here in Qatar,” the PA announcer said.