Algiers – The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea to officiate the highly anticipated match between Algeria and Burkina Faso in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
Laryea is a prominent figure in African refereeing, bringing considerable experience to the field. He has officiated numerous high-profile matches in previous AFCON tournaments, establishing a reputation for his firm but fair decisions.
Notably, Laryea also has experience with the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system. He served as the VAR official during Algeria’s match against Mauritania in the group stage of the 2024 AFCON held in Ivory Coast. This experience will be valuable in ensuring fair play and accuracy in key decisions during the upcoming match.
Algerian fans and observers are hopeful that Laryea and his team of officials will bring their expertise to bear on this crucial encounter. The expectation is that they will uphold the laws of the game with impartiality and transparency, allowing both teams to showcase their abilities in a competitive and sporting atmosphere. The integrity of the match is paramount, and a fair officiating will contribute to a positive image of African football.
DZWatch will continue to provide updates and analysis leading up to and following the Algeria-Burkina Faso match.
