Victor Gomes

Fresh off officiating at the recent FIFA World Cup in Qatar, South African referee Victor Gomes has been nominated for a top award. Photo: Steve Haag/BackpagePix

JUST IN: South Africa’s Victor Gomes to referee AFCON final

CAF has confirmed that top South African referee Victor Gomes will officiate the final of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Victor Gomes

Fresh off officiating at the recent FIFA World Cup in Qatar, South African referee Victor Gomes has been nominated for a top award. Photo: Steve Haag/BackpagePix

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that top South African referee Victor Gomes will officiate the final of the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

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The final, set for Sunday, 6 February, will take place between Africa’s top-ranked nation, Senegal, and seven-time champions Egypt.

Kick-off at the Olembe Stadium in Yaounde is scheduled for 21:00 SA time.

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