Mauritanian referee Dahane Beida has been appointed to officiate the 2026 CAF Super Cup final between South African champions Mamelodi Sundowns and Algerian side USM Alger.
The highly anticipated continental encounter is scheduled to take place on November 8, 2026, in Pretoria, South Africa, with both teams expected to battle for one of African club football’s prestigious honours.
Beida’s appointment places him at the centre of a final that will attract significant attention from football fans across the continent, as two prominent clubs from Southern and North Africa compete for continental glory.
Dahane Beida to Officiate CAF Super Cup Final
The appointment of Dahane Beida represents a significant responsibility for the Mauritanian official, who will be expected to maintain discipline, ensure fair play and enforce the laws of the game during the decisive encounter.
Officiating a continental final requires concentration, sound judgment and effective match management, particularly when two ambitious teams are competing for a major trophy.
Beida will oversee proceedings as Mamelodi Sundowns and USM Alger seek to demonstrate their quality on the African stage.
The performance of the match officials will be important in ensuring that the contest is decided by the players’ performances rather than controversial refereeing decisions.
Mamelodi Sundowns Prepare for Continental Challenge
Mamelodi Sundowns will have the advantage of playing on home soil in South Africa, with Pretoria set to host the final.
The South African club has established itself as one of the leading forces in African football and will be eager to use its familiarity with local conditions to its advantage.
Sundowns will be expected to approach the encounter with confidence as they seek to add another continental trophy to their collection.
However, the South African side must deliver a disciplined performance against a USM Alger team determined to secure success on foreign territory.
USM Alger Target CAF Super Cup Glory
Algerian club USM Alger will travel to South Africa with ambitions of overcoming Sundowns and claiming the CAF Super Cup title.
The North African side will face a challenging assignment against a formidable opponent, but the final provides an opportunity to strengthen its reputation in African club football.
USM Alger will need tactical discipline, defensive organisation and efficiency in front of goal to compete effectively against the South African hosts.
The Algerian club’s ability to manage the atmosphere and pressure of the occasion could prove crucial to its chances of lifting the trophy.
