AFCON Referee Suspended For Errors

AFCON Referee Suspended For Errors

Sampson Adedeji

Tunisian referee Haitham Guirat, who was frequently appointed to officiate matches involving the Moroccan national team during the recent Africa Cup of Nations, has been suspended indefinitely by the Tunisian football authorities following a major officiating error in a domestic league fixture, BSNSports.com.ng reports

Guirat’s suspension was confirmed on Monday after a controversial decision in a Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1 match sparked widespread criticism and scrutiny of his officiating standards. 

The incident, described by local officials as a “serious refereeing mistake,” prompted an immediate disciplinary review by the referees’ committee.

Although details of the specific incident were not fully disclosed, the Tunisian FA is understood to have acted swiftly to preserve the integrity of the league and restore confidence in match officiating.

The development has also reignited debate over Guirat’s high-profile appointments at the AFCON tournament, where he regularly handled matches involving Morocco, drawing criticism from fans and analysts who questioned the consistency of refereeing decisions.

The suspension is indefinite, with Guirat expected to undergo further assessment and review before any possible reinstatement is considered by the relevant football authorities.