CAF Announces Referee Trio for Upcoming Quarter‑Finals
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has released the official list of match officials selected for the quarter‑final stage of its two flagship continental tournaments – the CAF Champions League and the CAF Confederation Cup.
| Competition | Referee | Assistant Referee | VAR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both tournaments | Mehrez Melki (Tunisia) | Khalil Hassani (Tunisia) | Haythem Guirat (Tunisia) |
Key Dates
- First‑leg matches: 13 – 15 March 2026
- Second‑leg matches: 20 – 22 March 2026
Tunisian Representation
At this advanced stage, Espérance Sportive de Tunis (EST) is the sole Tunisian club still in contention. The Tunisian giants will face Al Ahly of Egypt in the Champions League quarter‑finals.
“The presence of a Tunisian referee trio underscores CAF’s commitment to promoting officiating talent from across the continent.” – CAF communications office
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Keywords: CAF, African football, quarter‑finals, Champions League, Confederation Cup, Tunisian referees, Mehrez Melki, Khalil Hassani, Haythem Guirat, Espérance Sportive de Tunis, Al Ahly, match officials.
