CAF Appoints Ivorian Emmanuel Eboué to Monitor Pyramids vs. AS FAR Second Leg
T.E (Elbotola)
16 March 2026at16:19
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a change to the match monitoring team for the second leg of the CAF Champions League quarter-final between Pyramids FC and AS FAR. Former Ivorian star Emmanuel Eboué has been appointed as the official match commissioner for the crucial encounter.
This pivotal match follows a 1-1 draw in the first leg held in Rabat, leaving the return fixture wide open with all outcomes possible as both teams vie for a spot in the semi-finals.
The second leg is scheduled for next Saturday, kicking off at 4:00 PM GMT, at the 30 June Air Defence Stadium in Cairo. AS FAR will need to secure a victory to advance to the next stage of the competition.
Q&A
What is Emmanuel Eboué's new role in the CAF Champions League?
Emmanuel Eboué has been appointed as the official match commissioner for the second leg of the CAF Champions League quarter-final between Pyramids FC and AS FAR. His role involves monitoring the crucial encounter to ensure fair play and adherence to regulations.
How does this match commissioner appointment affect the Pyramids vs. AS FAR fixture?
The appointment of a new match commissioner, particularly a former star like Eboué, underscores the importance of the Pyramids FC vs. AS FAR second leg. This crucial quarter-final follows a 1-1 draw, making the return fixture wide open as both teams aim for the semi-finals.
What are the stakes for AS FAR in the upcoming second leg?
For AS FAR, the stakes are high in the upcoming second leg against Pyramids FC. Having drawn the first leg 1-1, they must secure a victory in the return fixture to advance to the semi-finals of the CAF Champions League.
