Egypt FA Launches New Refereeing Academy to Develop Future Officials
The Egyptian Football Association is preparing to launch a new project to develop refereeing by establishing a specialized academy to train and prepare a new generation of referees according to international standards.
Egypt FA Launches New Refereeing Academy to Develop Future Officials
The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) is preparing to launch an ambitious project aimed at developing Egyptian football refereeing and creating a new generation of referees capable of managing matches according to the latest technical standards and international regulations. The Egypt Refereeing Academy project comes as part of a comprehensive plan to improve Egyptian football by focusing on referee education, training, and development from the early stages of their careers until they reach the highest levels.
Establishment of the Egyptian Refereeing Academy
The Egyptian Football Association plans to establish a specialized refereeing academy affiliated with the federation and operating under its direct supervision. The academy will focus on building a complete system for discovering, training, and developing referees.
The Role of the Refereeing Academy in Developing Officials
The academy will be responsible for training new referees and gradually preparing them through theoretical lessons, practical training sessions, and technical evaluations. The goal is to create qualified referees capable of handling domestic and international matches while improving the overall quality of Egyptian football competitions.
Essam Abdel Fattah Considered to Supervise the Refereeing Academy
Former international referee expert Essam Abdel Fattah has emerged as one of the leading candidates to supervise the Egyptian Refereeing Academy due to his extensive experience in referee education and development. Abdel Fattah is considered one of Egypt’s most prominent refereeing instructors and has been recognized as a lecturer accredited by FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
Decision on New Head of Referees Committee Postponed
Meanwhile, the Egyptian Football Association’s board has postponed announcing the new chairman of the main referees committee, who will lead the committee during the upcoming period after former Colombian chairman Oscar Ruiz. The delay comes due to EFA President Hany Abu Rida’s overseas trip to the United States, where he is scheduled to attend the closing events of the FIFA World Cup and participate in the CAF Executive Committee meeting.
Upcoming Meeting to Decide New Referees Committee Chairman
After returning from the United States, Hany Abu Rida is expected to hold a meeting with the federation’s board members to discuss the candidates and finalize the new chairman of the referees committee. The federation is looking for a leader with strong technical and administrative experience to guide the next stage of refereeing development.
Candidates for the New Referees Committee Chairman Position
Several prominent refereeing figures are competing for the position of chairman of the main referees committee.
Most Notable Candidates Include:
Samir Othman, former international referee, who is considered one of the strongest candidates. Essam Abdel Fattah, former chairman of the referees committee. Mohamed El-Hanafi, member of the technical committee of the refereeing department.
The Importance of Developing Egyptian Football Refereeing
Improving refereeing has become one of the key priorities in Egyptian football, especially with the increasing need for officials who possess technical knowledge, physical readiness, and modern refereeing skills. Through establishing a specialized academy, the Egyptian Football Association aims to create a sustainable refereeing system based on continuous training, talent development, and international expertise. FAQ
What is the Egyptian Refereeing Academy project?
It is a new project launched by the Egyptian Football Association to train and prepare referees and develop future match officials.
Who is the candidate to supervise the Egyptian Refereeing Academy?
Essam Abdel Fattah is among the leading candidates due to his extensive experience in referee education and development.
Who are the candidates for the new referees committee chairman position?
The candidates include Samir Othman, Essam Abdel Fattah, and Mohamed El-Hanafi.
Why does Egypt need to develop refereeing?
The project aims to improve match officiating standards and prepare referees capable of meeting international football requirements.
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