Just In: South African Officials Appointed To Handle Nigeria vs Gabon African FIFA 2026 World Cup Playoff in Morocco
By Abdulgafar Oladimeji
The 2026 FIFA World Cup crucial playoff between Nigeria and Gabon would be officiated by South African officiating officials, impeccable sources have revealed.
The source disclosed that FIFA has announced that Tom Abongile will take charge at the centre, while Zakhele Siwelawould serve as assistant referee, and Akhona Makalima as the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), Hughes Alain Ndjovijoins from Benin republic joins the rank as the referee assessor for the make or mar game.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will file out against Gabon in a semi final fixture for the African play off of the 2026 World Cup to be co hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
