Referee Completes Prestigious FIFA Officiating Course

Referee Completes Prestigious FIFA Officiating Course

Lanana Dumbuya, a rising assistant referee from Sierra Leone’s Southern Region, has reached a significant career milestone by successfully completing the FIFA Member Association (MA) Course for Youth Referees.

The certification represents a major step forward in Dumbuya's development, providing him with advanced training in modern officiating techniques and global professional standards. The FIFA MA program is renowned for preparing emerging officials to manage matches at the highest levels of the sport.

Industry observers note that Dumbuya’s achievement is a positive indicator for the trajectory of Sierra Leonean football. By refining his skills through this international program, he joins a growing class of homegrown officials capable of representing the nation on the global stage.

His success has been widely praised as a testament to his personal discipline, commitment, and passion for the game.

As he moves forward in his career, officials and supporters alike express optimism that Dumbuya is on track to become one of the country's premier assistant referees, serving as a role model for aspiring officials throughout Sierra Leone.