Mustapha Kechchaf, a Moroccan referee, has been selected to preside Ghana's pivotal Group C qualifying match against The Gambia on Tuesday in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

After the Black Stars' humiliating 2-0 loss to Cote d'Ivoire in Bouaké, Kechchaf will be at the center of the action at the Accra Sports Stadium as they attempt to earn their first points of the qualifying campaign.

Lahsen Azgaou, Yassine Saadaoui, and Amir Loucif, three fellow Moroccans, will support the Moroccan official as first, second, and fourth assistants, respectively.

Officials from all over the continent will be in charge of other crucial duties during the game.


Liberia’s Sekou Wieh Konneh has been appointed Match Commissioner, while Nigeria’s Abel Baba will serve as the Referee Assessor.

Ghana’s Danny Adotey has been named Broadcast Venue Manager for the encounter.

Kechchaf and his team will be expected to ensure the smooth running of a game that carries significant importance for both sides.

Ghana are seeking a response after losing their opening Group C fixture in Bouaké, while The Gambia will also be looking to put themselves in a strong position in the qualification race.

Carlos Queiroz’s side will therefore be hoping for a disciplined performance from the players as they target a first win of the campaign in front of their home supporters.

The Black Stars face The Gambia on Tuesday, September 29, at the Accra Sports Stadium.