23-Year-Old ‘Catch Them Young’ Referee Appointed for Hearts of Oak vs Vision FC Clash

The Ghana Football Association has handed a major opportunity to rising referee Nana Kofi Amoah, a product of the GFA’s Catch Them Young refereeing policy, as he has been appointed to handle the highly anticipated match between Hearts of Oak and Vision FC on Saturday.

At just 23 years old, Amoah is regarded as one of the most promising young officials in the country. His elevation to a high-profile Premier League fixture highlights the GFA’s continued commitment to grooming and promoting youthful referees capable of managing top-tier football.

Amoah, who has impressed in recent Division One League and youth competitions, is expected to be closely watched as he takes charge of one of the weekend’s standout fixtures. The match carries significant implications, with both Hearts of Oak and Vision FC eager to secure vital points at this stage of the season.

His appointment has been met with praise within refereeing circles, with many seeing it as a testament to the success of the Catch Them Young initiative, which focuses on identifying and developing refereeing talent from a young age.

Saturday’s game will serve as another big step in the young referee’s career as he continues his rise within Ghanaian football. All eyes will be on Amoah as he takes centre stage between two ambitious Premier League sides.