CAF Champions League: Veteran referee Peter Waweru to officiate Esperance vs Petro de Luanda clash

Africa 11 February 2026 at 15:01

In the sixth round of the group stage of the CAF Champions League, Esperance Sportive de Tunis will host Petro de Luanda. The Confederation of African Football has entrusted this decisive Group D encounter to a highly experienced referee.

The Kenyan referee Peter Waweru will be in charge of the Esperance vs Petro de Luanda match this Saturday.
CAF has selected a well-known official with a wealth of experience in continental competitions. Peter Waweru has officiated numerous high-profile matches, including the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations final, the 2021 African Nations Championship final, and several intense fixtures in African club tournaments.

ES Tunis vs Petro de Luanda this Saturday will be officiated by Peter Waweru from Kenya. 🚨🇰🇪

Both teams sit on 6 points and only one will join Stade Malien in the CAF Champions League quarterfinals.

Expect a high-stakes clash full of intensity and drama. #CAFCLwithMicky… pic.twitter.com/PXvQTQrPVr
— Micky Jnr (@MickyJnr__) February 11, 2026

Saturday’s clash is a true Group D final, with both teams level on points. Stade Malien have already secured the top spot, while Simba are out of contention with just two points. The winner of this battle will punch their ticket to the quarterfinals.

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