The South Sudan Football Association Referees Department announced the new FIFA International Referees for South Sudan on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Courtesy of SSFA

The South Sudan Football Association (SSFA) has announced the addition of 11 FIFA International Referees to its roster, marking a significant milestone for the country’s football scene.

Among them are three women, underscoring the growing prominence of South Sudan in the international football community.

The announcement was made by the SSFA Referees Committee, chaired by Januar Frezar, alongside Referees Department Manager Mr. Debuol Paul, and in the presence of SSFA Secretary General Mr. Victor Lawrence Lual.

The referees were officially recognized for successfully passing FIFA’s mandatory fitness tests, a rigorous process that demonstrates their readiness to officiate at the highest levels of international football.

This achievement not only highlights the skill and dedication of South Sudan’s referees but also serves as a testament to the country’s rising profile in the global football arena. The certified referees are:

Center Referees:

• Malong Ring Nyier
• Anthony Kiri Emmanuel
• Solomon Okwera Lino
• Emmanuela Akoo Emmanuel
• Stella Sebit Mathew

Assistant Referees:

• Gasim Modir Deyiya
• Duwuki Robert Henry
• Daniel Dau Dau
• Nelson Beno Samuel
• Jane Charles Ladu
• Josephine Martin Bangu

The SSFA extended its heartfelt congratulations to the newly certified referees, praising their hard work and perseverance in reaching this milestone. The association encouraged the referees to continue to represent South Sudan with pride and excellence on the global stage.

This recognition signals the increasing importance of South Sudan within the world of football, and fans can look forward to more exciting updates and developments in the country’s sporting landscape.