Ghanaian Daniel Laryea to Referee Morocco vs. Nigeria; South Africa's Abongile to Lead VAR

13 January 2026at13:33

CAF, the Confederation of African Football, has appointed Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea to officiate the highly anticipated semi-final clash between the Moroccan national team and their Nigerian counterparts in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

According to the same source, South African referee Tom Abongile has been assigned to oversee the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system. This decision reflects CAF's commitment to ensuring a highly experienced officiating team for what is considered one of the tournament's most significant matches.

The match between Morocco and Nigeria is scheduled to take place tomorrow, Wednesday, kicking off at 9:00 PM at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. There is significant public anticipation for the game, given the stature of both national teams and their history in African competitions.

Q&A

Why did CAF appoint Daniel Laryea to referee the Morocco vs. Nigeria semi-final?

CAF appointed Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea for the Morocco vs. Nigeria semi-final to ensure an experienced officiating team, reflecting their commitment to high standards for this significant 2025 AFCON match.

What are the match details for the Morocco vs. Nigeria AFCON semi-final?

The Morocco vs. Nigeria semi-final is scheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday, at 9:00 PM. It will be held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, drawing significant public anticipation.

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