Ghanaian referee Reginald Collins Amoah has earned a prestigious appointment as one of the match officials for the 2026 U17 Africa Cup of Nations currently taking place in Morocco.

The appointment is another significant milestone in the referee’s growing career and highlights Ghana’s continued presence on the continental football stage, not only through participating teams but also through officiating excellence.

Amoah’s selection by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) comes after a series of impressive performances in domestic and continental competitions, where he has consistently demonstrated professionalism, composure, and a strong understanding of the game.

The inclusion of the Ghanaian official among the referees for the youth championship is seen as recognition of his hard work and dedication to refereeing over the years. It also reflects positively on Ghanaian officiating, which continues to produce referees capable of handling high-level international competitions.

The U17 AFCON brings together some of Africa’s best young football talents, and the officiating team is expected to maintain the highest standards throughout the tournament.

Amoah joins a select group of referees from across the continent tasked with ensuring fair play and the smooth conduct of matches during the championship.

The tournament also features Ghana’s national U17 team, the Black Starlets, who are aiming to make a strong impact in Morocco while chasing qualification to the FIFA U17 World Cup later this year.

For Ghana football, Amoah’s appointment represents another proud moment and further underlines the country’s contribution to the development of the game across Africa.

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