Tom Abongile to Referee DRC vs Benin

The Confederation of African Football has officially appointed South African referee Tom Abongile to officiate the clash between the DRC and Benin.

This appointment has already attracted attention, given the importance of this match on the first day of the prestigious 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Scheduled for Tuesday, December 23 at 1:30 p.m. GMT, this duel promises to be intense and decisive for the rest of the competition.

Tom Abongile, a regular at African competitions, has solid experience at this level. His mission will be to ensure that the match runs smoothly in a context where intensity and sporting tension are bound to be present.

On the field, both the DRC and Benin will seek above all to produce a balanced and effective game in order to achieve their objectives in the competition.

This match promises to be hard-fought and could play a decisive role in the momentum of both teams at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.