Libreville, Gabon — July 3, 2026 – The upcoming decisive match of the national championship, set to take place in Port-Gentil on Saturday, will see the second-placed Stade Mandji face off against the leading Mangasport. To ensure complete impartiality, the Ligue nationale de football professionnel (Linafp) has announced that the match will be officiated by a trio of international referees from Cameroon. This decision, which reflects a collaboration between the Linafp and the Fédération gabonaise de football (Fégafoot), is part of an inter-federation exchange initiative.
The trio of referees will be tasked with guaranteeing total impartiality and fair play in the crucial match of the 26th round. Stade Mandji, currently second in the standings, will be playing at home at the Stade Pierre-Claver Divungui, while Mangasport, having won the last encounter 3-0, holds an advantage in psychological terms. This significant event highlights the growing strength of Gabon’s football infrastructure, particularly in the area of refereeing, and the nation’s increasing presence on the global sports stage.
The Linafp’s commitment to excellence and the professionalization of refereeing within the country are evident in this choice of international officials.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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