AFCON Final: CAF Unveils Referee, Other Match Officials For Nigeria Vs Ivory Coast Clash

The 2023 AFCON tournament final between Nigeria and Ivory Coast will be officiated by a team of match officials announced by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

Dahane Beida from Mauritania has been appointed as the centre referee for this highly anticipated match.

Assisting him will be Jerson Emiliano Dos Santos from Angola as the first assistant referee, and Diana Chikotesha as the second assistant referee.

The fourth official for the final will be Bouchra Karboubi from Morocco.

SportXparte reports that the stage is set for a thrilling rematch as Nigeria and Ivory Coast clash in the 2023 AFCON final on Sunday (tomorrow).

Both teams fought their way through a dramatic tournament, defying expectations and overcoming challenges.

Nigeria, seeking their fourth continental crown, will face a fired-up Ivory Coast side aiming to conquer their home soil and become champions for the third time after winning the 1992 and 2015 AFCON titles.

This isn’t just a final, it’s a chance for redemption, bragging rights, and a place in AFCON history.

The 2023 AFCON final between Nigeria and Ivory Coast will take place by 9 pm at the Alassanne Ouattara Stadium, Ebimpe, Abidjan.