The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially cleared referee Jean-Jacques Ndala of any wrongdoing following a review of the Senegal-Morocco AFCON final, paving his way to the upcoming World Cup.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has formally cleared Jean-Jacques Ndala of all allegations following the Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco.
After a comprehensive review of the officiating, the governing body concluded that no faults or irregularities occurred during the high-stakes match.
CAF reaffirmed its confidence in the Congolese official, praising his “seriousness and high level of professionalism” throughout the tournament.
This exoneration secures Ndala’s reputation as one of the continent’s elite officials. Following the dismissal of the case, the referee is now expected to represent Africa on the global stage at the next World Cup.
The decision brings an end to the scrutiny surrounding the final’s officiating, ensuring that one of the region’s most respected referees remains eligible for FIFA’s most prestigious international appointments.