Raja of Casablanca leaders and fans criticised Alioum Sidi after their defeat in the Champions League semifinal first leg game. However, the CAF chosen the Cameroonian to referee a game involving a Moroccan team.

Cameroonian international referee Alioum Sidi has been the choice of the CAF to lead the Confederation Cup final this Sunday. Another Moroccan club for the Cameroonian. The Renaissance Sportive of Berkane (RS Berkane) will face the Egyptians of the Pyramids FC in the CAF Cup final.

His compatriot Elvis Noupue will help Alioum Sidi in his duty. Chadian Issa Yaya and Gabonese Castane Otogo are the two other refereeing members.