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CHAN 2024: Four Moroccan Referees to Officiate Central African Republic vs Burkina Faso
Rabat – The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed four Moroccan officials to oversee the match between the Central African Republic and Burkina Faso, taking place this evening.
This game is part of Group B in the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
Leading the officiating team is Moroccan international referee Bouchra Karboubi, who will serve as the center referee.
She will be assisted by fellow Moroccans Hamza El Farik and Fatiha Jermouni, who will operate the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system. Meanwhile, Mustafa Kashaf will act as the fourth official for this match.
This appointment reflects the growing recognition of Moroccan refereeing talent on the continental stage. Karboubi, in particular, has gained international acclaim for her performances in major tournaments, including the 2023 Women's World Cup. Her inclusion in this high-profile match reflects her esteemed status among African referees.
In the tournament's opening match on August 3, Morocco secured a 2-0 victory over Angola, with Atlas Lion Mohamed Hrimat earning the 'Man of the Match' award. This win positions Morocco at the top of Group A, alongside Kenya, which also triumphed in its opening game.
The CHAN 2024 tournament is set to run from August 3 to August 30. Morocco's national team aims to build on its strong start and advance through the group stages to contend for its third CHAN title.
Speaking at a post-game press conference, head coach Tarik Sektioui said he wants the team to maintain the same tactical discipline during upcoming games.
'It's an important victory that sets us on the right path toward more positive results with confidence and determination,' Sektioui said. Tags: CHAN 2024FootballMorocco
