Nigerian crew assigned to officiate Medeama vs. TP Mazembe CAF CL clash

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

Nigerian match officials have been selected by continental football authorities to oversee the upcoming preliminary-round opener between Medeama SC and TP Mazembe.

Ahead of the upcoming continental showdown, the continental governing body has entrusted a seasoned crew of Nigerian match officials to manage the crunch opening leg between Ghana’s representatives and DR Congo heavyweights TP Mazembe.

Joseph Odey Ogabor will take charge in the middle as the central referee, backed by assistant referees Tejiri Besmart Digbori and Ahmad Tijani Mustapha, while Salisu Basher completes the on-field team as the fourth official.

The highly anticipated fixture is set to light up the TnA Stadium in Tarkwa, where the local side will be aiming to exploit home conditions against one of African football’s most decorated powerhouses.

Both clubs enter this preliminary qualification phase with their sights firmly set on navigating the early hurdles to secure a precious spot in the lucrative group stages of the premier club competition.

Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi is a football journalist whose deep tactical understanding of the game makes him a standout, captivating audiences across print, audio, and video. His poetic background brings a unique rhythm and depth to his work, seamlessly transforming analysis into artistry. With a knack for narration and research, he captures the drama of the game beyond tactics and statistics, making each piece of his; a compelling blend of insight and storytelling.

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