Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Laryea will take centre stage on Wednesday night as the centre referee for the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 semi-final between Nigeria and Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdallah Stadium in Rabat.
Laryea enters the clash with an impressive tournament resume.
He was the VAR official for Morocco’s dramatic quarter-final against Cameroon, ensuring key decisions were spot-on in a high-pressure environment.
Earlier, he demonstrated his on-field authority as centre referee when Algeria faced Burkina Faso in the group stage.
At 39, Laryea is recognized as one of Africa’s top referees. He has officiated in multiple AFCON editions, CAF Champions League, and Confederation Cup fixtures, consistently commanding respect for his fairness and ability to manage tense matches.
The semi-final promises fireworks. Morocco, energized by a passionate home crowd, will seek to continue their remarkable run, while Nigeria - three-time AFCON champions - aim to impose their traditional dominance.
Every foul, penalty, or controversial moment could swing the match, and Laryea’s experience in high-stakes fixtures makes him the ideal official to keep the game on track.
With Africa watching closely, Daniel Laryea is poised to once again play a central role in shaping the drama of a defining AFCON clash.
Below are the match officials for the big fixture:
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