jean-jacques ndala to referee caf champions league final after can 2025
Esteemed referee Jean-Jacques Ndala is once again making headlines. The official, who notably presided over the CAN 2025 final, has now been appointed to oversee the first leg of the CAF Champions League final. This high-profile match will feature Mamelodi Sundowns facing AS FAR Rabat in Pretoria.
This recent appointment has generated considerable discussion, particularly given the Congolese official’s surprising omission from the list of African referees selected for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Despite this, Ndala continues to be entrusted with crucial continental fixtures by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
Following his role in the CAN 2025 championship game, Jean-Jacques Ndala is set to manage the CAF Champions League final’s opening leg. This highly anticipated encounter will pit the formidable Mamelodi Sundowns against AS FAR.
The initial match of the CAF Champions League final is officially slated for May 17, 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 14:00 GMT at the iconic Loftus Versfeld Stadium, promising an exciting start to the competition.
