Ghanaian official handed high-profile AFCON assignment
Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea has been officially appointed to take charge of the highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 semi-final encounter between Morocco and Nigeria. The announcement marks another major milestone in Laryea’s officiating career on the continental stage.
The semi-final showdown between two African heavyweights is expected to attract massive attention across the continent, with Morocco and Nigeria both eyeing a place in the AFCON 2025 final. CAF’s decision to hand the fixture to Laryea reflects strong confidence in his experience, consistency, and ability to manage high-pressure matches.
Daniel Laryea has previously officiated several key CAF competitions, earning praise for his firm control, fitness levels, and application of the laws of the game. His selection for such a decisive fixture further highlights Ghana’s growing reputation in African football officiating.
The match itself promises to be fiercely contested, with Morocco relying on their tactical discipline and technical quality, while Nigeria bring pace, power, and attacking threat. Laryea’s role will be crucial in ensuring fairness, discipline, and smooth flow throughout the encounter.
Football fans across Africa, especially in Ghana, will be proud to see a local referee trusted with one of the tournament’s biggest matches. His performance will be closely watched as the stakes rise at this advanced stage of the competition.
As AFCON 2025 edges closer to its climax, all eyes will be on the semi-final clash, with Daniel Laryea tasked with maintaining order in what is expected to be an intense and emotionally charged battle.
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