The elite referee camp of the Egyptian Football Association kicked off on Sunday, October 4, 2026, under the supervision of the International Football Federation (FIFA). A total of 35 referees from the Egyptian Premier League are participating in the camp, which will run from October 4 to 8, 2026. The camp includes theoretical lectures, practical and physical training sessions aimed at enhancing the referees' skills and capabilities to efficiently manage local and international matches.
The camp is being led by Essam Abdelfattah, an international FIFA instructor and head of the Egyptian Football Association's Referees Committee. He is assisted by Mark Mazengo, an international FIFA fitness instructor from Malawi. Both instructors emphasized the importance of the camp in developing Egypt's refereeing system, improving referees' efficiency, and benefiting from the technical and scientific expertise provided during the camp.
The camp's activities are designed to improve the referees' performance and prepare them for upcoming local and international assignments. The Egyptian Football Association aims to enhance the refereeing system and raise the level of performance to match international standards. The association has been working to improve the referees' skills and knowledge through various training programs and camps.
Essam Abdelfattah and Mark Mazengo are leading the camp's sessions, which include practical and theoretical lectures. The camp's program is tailored to meet the needs of the referees and improve their performance in various areas, including decision-making, physical fitness, and game management. The instructors are providing personalized feedback and guidance to help the referees improve their skills.
The Egyptian Football Association has been working closely with FIFA to improve the country's refereeing system. The association has been providing various training programs and camps for referees to enhance their skills and knowledge. The elite referee camp is part of the association's efforts to develop the refereeing system and improve the level of performance.
The camp's participants include top referees from the Egyptian Premier League, who have been selected based on their performance and potential. The referees will undergo rigorous training and evaluation sessions during the camp, which will help identify areas for improvement and provide them with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their roles.
The Egyptian Football Association is committed to developing the refereeing system and improving the level of performance. The association has been working to provide a supportive environment for referees to develop their skills and knowledge. The elite referee camp is a key initiative in this regard, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the country's refereeing system.
Key points
- The camp aims to improve the referees' skills and capabilities to efficiently manage local and international matches.
