The anticipation ahead of the Kariakoo Derby continues to intensify, with confirmed reports that the Premier League clash scheduled for May 3 will be officiated by referees from Morocco.
It is understood that the Moroccan Football Federation responded to a request from the Tanzania Football Federation (TFF) by appointing match officials for the highly anticipated encounter.
According to reports, the center referee will be Hamza El Faruq, assisted by Hamza En Nassri and Lassene Azkawi—all from Morocco.
The match between the traditional rivals is set to take place on Sunday, May 3, at the Major General Isamuhyo Stadium in Mbweni, Dar es Salaam, kicking off at 6:00 PM.
This fixture carries significant importance not only for fans but also in the NBC Premier League title race, with both teams in need of crucial three points.