Former FIFA and PSL referee Victor Gomes has been appointed as the Chairman of the Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA) Referees Committee.
His appointment at sub-continental level marks another significant milestone in an extraordinary administration and match officiating career.
Victor Gomes currently serves as Vice-Chairman of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Referees Committee, playing a pivotal role in referee development, training, and selection across Africa.
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He remains an influential member of FIFA’s technical advisory bodies, contributing directly to refereeing standards and strategic guidance on the global stage.
Gomes brings a wealth of expertise, and international stature to his new role, continuing to elevate the standard of officiating across the Southern African region.
Victor Gomes will also be heading to the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 where he will serve as a Technical Instructor. The tournament will take place from 19 November – 13 December 2026.
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SAFA President Dr Danny Jordaan applauded Victor Gomes as he continues to fly the country and the associations flag high in the continent.
“SAFA is immensely proud of Victor Gomes and his continuous rise in global and continental football governance. His appointment as Chairman of the COSAFA Referees Committee reflects his dedication to raising the standard of match officiating.
“Victor has consistently flown the South African flag high, both on the pitch and in committee boardrooms, and we wish him every success in leading COSAFA’s refereeing structures,” said Dr Jordaan.
The former FIFA referee had an illustrious career officiating at multiple Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournaments, culminating in his selection to referee the 2021 AFCON Final between Senegal and Egypt. He concluded his active refereeing career at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.