CAF Appoints Rwandan Officials for Comoros vs Nigeria Olympic Qualifier
CAF selected a team of Rwandan officials for the first leg of the 2028 Olympic qualifier between Comoros and Nigeria’s Super Falcons.
In Brief
- •CAF selected a team of Rwandan officials for the first leg of the 2028 Olympic qualifier between Comoros and Nigeria’s Super Falcons.
- •Henriette Byukusenge will serve as centre referee, with Sandrine Murangwa and Regine Mukayiranga as first and second assistants.
- •Aline Umutoni will be fourth official; Fransiska Katjaimo (Namibia) is referee assessor and Oumou Sy (Burkina Faso) is match commissioner.
- •The first leg is scheduled for Friday at Remo Stars Sports Complex in Ikenne, with the return leg next Tuesday at the same venue.
Why It Matters
The appointment of neutral officials from Rwanda underscores CAF’s commitment to impartiality in high‑stakes Olympic qualifying matches. By selecting referees from a country not involved in the contest, CAF aims to reduce perceived bias and enhance the credibility of the competition. This decision also highlights the growing role of Rwandan officials in continental football, potentially opening pathways for further international appointments.
Key Details
- Event
- 2028 Olympic Games qualifying match (Comoros vs Nigeria)
- Date of first leg
- Friday (exact date not specified)
- Venue
- Remo Stars Sports Complex, Ikenne
- Centre referee
- Henriette Byukusenge
- Assistant referees
- Sandrine Murangwa, Regine Mukayiranga
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