Shamirah Nabadda Continues To Make Waves In CHAN.

Shamirah Nabadda Continues To Make Waves In CHAN.

  • Soccer
  • August 27, 2025
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Shamirah Nabadda, a CAF Elite A Referee from Uganda, has been appointed by the Confederation of African Football CAF to officiate the third-place playoffs match between Sudan and Senegal at the ongoing CHAN Tournament.

The match is scheduled to take place at the Nelson Mandela National Stadium in Namboole tomorrow.

This will be Nabadda’s third match at the CHAN Tournament, making her the most active Ugandan match official at this particular CHAN edition. Prior to this, she had already officiated in two other matches:

  1. Madagascar vs. Mauritania
  2. Nigeria vs. Congo

Impact of Shamirah Nabadda’s appointment

Shamirah Nabadda’s appointment to officiate the third-place playoffs match is a significant milestone for Ugandan refereeing.

Nabadda’s selection for this high-profile match showcases her expertise and reinforces Uganda’s reputation in the refereeing community.

Nabadda’s appointment demonstrates CAF’s confidence in Ugandan referees to handle high-stakes matches, which can lead to further opportunities for Ugandan officials in international tournaments

Nabadda’s appointment for the third-place playoffs match is a testament to her expertise and the confidence the CAF has in her abilities.

Nabadda’s Attributes

Nabadda is known for her swift and decisive decision-making on the pitch, earning her respect from players and spectators alike.

Nabadda exudes confidence in her abilities, which is reflected in her calm demeanor under pressure.

Full set

Officials Designated for the Match:

  1. Referee: Shamirah NABADDA (Uganda)
  2. Assistant Referee 1: Adel ABANE (Algeria)
  3. Assistant Referee 2: MALONDI Chany Yanes (Congo)
  4. Fourth Official: Mohamed Ahmed Nagoa Mosal (Egypt)
  5. Assistant Referee 3: Eba Médard Wenceslas ETTIEN (Côte d’Ivoire)