Yemisi Akintoye Named CAF Match Official for WAFCON 2026
The Confederation of African Football has selected Nigerian referee Yemisi Akintoye as a match official for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. A FIFA-listed official since 2021, Akintoye earned her appointment after passing rigorous medical, physical, and technical tests. She also officiated at WAFCON 2024 in Morocco. Sir Kelechi Mejuobi, president of the Nigerian Football Referees Association, hailed the appointment as a proud moment and said it underscores the growing recognition of Nigerian referees at major tournaments. WAFCON 2026 is scheduled to run from July 26 to August 16 in Morocco.
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