The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled the team of match officials who will take charge of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. This major announcement sets the stage for what promises to be a thrilling tournament on the continent.
The Complete Roster of Officials
A total of 73 highly experienced officials have been appointed for Africa's most prestigious football competition. This comprehensive roster is broken down into 28 main referees, 31 assistant referees, and 14 dedicated VAR (Video Assistant Referee) officials.
The selection process was meticulous, ensuring representation from all regions of Africa. The list is filled with some of the continent's most seasoned and respected referees, many of whom have a proven track record in other major CAF competitions in recent years.
Intensive Preparatory Course in Morocco
All the appointed match officials are scheduled to arrive in Morocco on December 15 for a crucial and intensive preparatory course. This programme will be led by CAF's Referees Department and is designed to leave no stone unturned.
The course will include rigorous physical, technical, and theoretical assessments. The primary goal is to ensure that every official is in peak condition and fully prepared to deliver optimum performance and maintain the highest standards throughout the entire tournament.
Commitment to Excellence in African Football
This careful and detailed selection of officials underscores CAF's unwavering commitment to refereeing excellence and the integrity of the competition. It is a clear signal of the federation's dedication to the ongoing enhancement of technical standards across African football.
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations will be hosted by Morocco and is scheduled to run from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026. Football fans across Nigeria and the entire continent are eagerly anticipating the kickoff of this premier sporting event.
