The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially launched the bidding process for the 2028, 2032 and 2036 editions of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), inviting its 54 member associations to submit hosting proposals. CAF described AFCON as the largest sporting event on the African continent and one of the biggest football tournaments globally,…
The CAF Champions League final between AS FAR and Mamelodi Sundowns highlighted the growing global reach of African club football, with the match broadcast in more than 100 countries worldwide. Widely regarded as Africa’s biggest and most prestigious club football competition, the CAF Champions League final was distributed through major international broadcasters including SuperSport, beIN…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a major increase in prize money across its men’s club competitions, significantly raising financial rewards for the 2025/26 season. CAF President Patrice Motsepe confirmed that the winners of the CAF Champions League will now receive $6 million, up from $4 million, marking a 50% increase at the…
The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 has significantly expanded its global footprint, with new data from the Confederation of African Football revealing more than 30% growth in media value compared to the previous edition. According to preliminary figures, AFCON 2025 recorded a 61% increase in viewership across Europe, Asia, and South America, underlining the tournament’s…
The aftermath of the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 final has taken a dramatic turn after Confederation of African Football ruled that Senegal forfeited the match, awarding a 3-0 victory to Morocco. The decision, issued by CAF’s appeals jury on March 17, casts doubt not only on the sporting outcome but also on the financial…
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the postponement of the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Originally scheduled to take place in Morocco from March 17 to April 3, the tournament has been rescheduled to run from July 25 to August 16, 2026. While CAF cited “unforeseen circumstances” for the delay,…
In the high-stakes bureaucracy of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), a stadium is no longer just a place to play—it is a license to exist. For years, many African nations have suffered the indignity of playing “home” fixtures in neutral territories due to failing infrastructure. Today, with the opening of the 10,000-seat Estádio Daniel…
