CAF Appoints Jean-Jacques Ndala for Morocco vs. Senegal Final After Officiating Opening Match
17 January 2026at19:47
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed a referee from the Democratic Republic of Congo to officiate the match between the Moroccan national team and Senegal in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
AlBotola learned that CAF assigned the task of officiating the AFCON final to Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ndala, who also managed the opening match between the Moroccan national team and Comoros.
The match will take place tomorrow, Sunday, at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, kicking off at 8:00 PM (GMT+1).
Q&A
Who has been appointed to referee the 2025 AFCON Final between Morocco and Senegal?
Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ndala will officiate the final showdown between Morocco and Senegal. This marks his second major assignment in the tournament, having also managed the opening match.
What does Jean-Jacques Ndala's appointment imply for the 2025 AFCON Final?
Ndala's selection by CAF for the Morocco vs. Senegal final, having also officiated the opening match, signals confidence in his experience for this crucial fixture at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
