Prominent official Jean-Jacques Ndala is once again in the spotlight, having been selected to preside over the first leg of the CAF Champions League final. This significant match will feature Mamelodi Sundowns battling AS FAR Rabat in Pretoria, marking another high-profile assignment for the referee who also officiated the CAN 2025 final.
However, this latest appointment has ignited considerable discussion within football circles. Many observers are particularly highlighting the Congolese official’s notable omission from the roster of African referees chosen for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Following his recent involvement in the CAN 2025 final, Ndala is now slated to oversee the crucial CAF Champions League final, a contest set to feature Mamelodi Sundowns against AS FAR.
The highly anticipated first leg of the CAF Champions League final is officially confirmed for May 17, 2026. The match will kick off at 2 PM GMT at the Lotus Versfeld Stadium.
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