AFC Referee Academy graduates ready to shine at FIFA U-17 World Cup

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

AFC Referee Academy graduates ready to shine at FIFA U-17 World Cup

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Referee Academy’s unwavering efforts to produce referees of the highest standards reached a landmark milestone with as many as 15 officials being appointed to the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2025.

Taking place from November 3 to 27, the competition will see, for the first time, a fully home-grown cast of referees featuring in a FIFA competition, further reiterating the AFC’s resolve to establish its position as a model Confederation.

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