CAF Appoints Controversial Referee for Nigeria vs. Tanzania AFCON Match

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Mauritanian referee Dahan Beida to officiate the Nigeria vs. Tanzania match in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Beida, known for his controversial decisions, previously served as a video assistant referee in the tournament. Nigeria aims for victory against Tanzania, with the Mauritanian official set to oversee the crucial encounter.

Nigerian goalkeeper Bolaji Awoniyi expressed concerns about the influence of referees on matches, citing a recent incident where Moise Kean was sent off during a clash.