2026 World Cup: CAN Final Referee Jean-Jacques Ndala Dropped by FIFA!

Author: afrik-foot.comPublished on: April 9, 2026Country: Congo

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2026 World Cup: CAN Final Referee Jean-Jacques Ndala Dropped by FIFA!

Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ndala, who officiated the chaotic 2025 AFCON final, has been dropped by FIFA and will not participate in the 2026 World Cup. His exclusion follows criticism over his handling of the final match between Senegal and Morocco. Despite retaining the confidence of CAF for other competitions, his past has led to FIFA's decision. Seven other African referees, including Jalal Jayed and Mustapha Ghorbal, have been selected for the tournament.

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