Mauritanian referee Dahane Beida to officiate at Paris 2024 Olympics
Dahane Beida, the Mauritanian referee who recently caught international attention for officiating the final match of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), has added another accolade to his resume. He has been selected among the officials for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
The announcement comes after Beida’s commendable performance at the CAN 2023 final, where he showcased his match management skills with confidence.
Despite the high stakes of the final, Beida navigated the game with aplomb, earning praise for his professionalism and composure.
Beida’s rise to prominence on the international refereeing scene has been swift.
Following his standout performance at the AFCON final, he quickly garnered attention from FIFA, which has now extended an invitation for him to officiate at the prestigious Olympic Games.
For Beida, this selection represents a significant milestone in his career and the realization of a long-held aspiration.
The opportunity to officiate at the Olympic Games is a dream come true for the 32-year-old referee, who has dedicated himself to honing his craft and excelling on the global stage.
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games, scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 11, 2024, will provide Beida with a platform to showcase his refereeing prowess on one of the world’s most illustrious sporting stages.
As he prepares to officiate at the Olympics, Beida remains focused and committed to upholding the highest standards of fairness and integrity in his role as a referee.
With his selection for Paris 2024, Beida joins a select group of referees entrusted with overseeing the pinnacle of sporting excellence, underscoring his status as one of the rising stars in the world of football officiating.
As he embarks on this new chapter of his career, Beida carries with him the hopes and aspirations of his nation and the continent of Africa, representing Mauritanian football on the global stage with pride and distinction.
