Confederation of African Football has appointed an all-Cameroonian team of match officials for Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 Round of 16 tie against Mozambique.
The knockout encounter between the Super Eagles and the Mambas will be played on Monday at the Complexe Sportif de Fès in Morocco.
Centre referee Abdou Abdel Mefire, 29, will take charge of the match, making him the youngest referee at the ongoing tournament.
Despite his age, Mefire has demonstrated maturity and composure on the continental stage. He recently officiated the high-intensity group-stage clash between hosts Morocco and Mali.
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His handling of key incidents in that match, including decisions reviewed through the Video Assistant Referee system, earned praise for calmness and accuracy.
Elvis Guy Noupue will serve as first assistant referee for the encounter. Noupue is an experienced official who has officiated matches at the FIFA World Cup and is regarded as one of Cameroon’s most trusted referees.
The second assistant referee is Carine Atezambong Fomo, a respected female official with extensive experience in top-level CAF competitions. Fomo has handled major continental fixtures, including high-profile finals, and is widely recognised for her consistency and professionalism.
With a blend of youthful energy and seasoned expertise, the Cameroonian officiating team is expected to ensure fairness and discipline in the decisive AFCON 2025 knockout contest.
AFThe appointment underscores CAF’s confidence in Cameroon’s refereeing pedigree for high-stakes continental matches.
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