Debut in the knockout stage! Ma Ning will serve as the fourth official for the Germany vs Paraguay round of 16 match.

On June 28th, Beijing time, FIFA officially confirmed the referee team for the Germany vs Paraguay Round of 16 match. Ma Ning will serve as the fourth official for the Germany vs Paraguay game, while Zhou Fei will be the assistant referee reserve. At 4:30 am on June 30th, Beijing time, Germany will face Paraguay in the World Cup Round of 16 match, marking Ma Ning's fourth time officiating in this World Cup.