Africa

President Infantino reiterates FIFA’s commitment to African football!

Infantino promises to give African football support it “deserves”; FIFA President highlights “unequalled” potential of African football; IMC & Pan-African Super League on agenda at CAF Extraordinary General Assembly. Speaking during the 13th CAF Extraordinary General Assembly in Cairo, FIFA President Gianni Infantino assured delegates that FIFA will continue to …

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CAF President Motsepe: We will be judged on results!

CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe said he believes while it is good to bring theory and ideas in resolving Africa’s challenges, the current leadership of CAF will be judged only on results. Speaking to the Member Associations at the CAF Extraordinary General Assembly, the CAF President once again called for …

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13th CAF Extraordinary General Assembly to discuss updates on African Football!

Confederation Africaine de Football (CAF) will hold its 13th Extraordinary General Assembly (EGA) in Cairo, Egypt on Friday, November 26. 2021. The Extraordinary General Assembly will start at 09h00 and will be live on CAF YouTube and www.cafonline.com. The meeting will be chaired by CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe. Amongst other …

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Africa Cup of Nations official match ball ‘Toghu’ launched!

As part of the countdown to Africa’s biggest sporting event, CAF yesterday announced the launch of the official match ball for the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations. The new official match ball, named ‘Toghu’ after the traditional outfit that is very popular in Cameroon, will be used by the 24 …

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Sportklub & CAF conclude successful media rights deal for AFCON & CAF Champions League!

Sportklub has acquired exclusive media rights in the Balkans region (including Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Republic of North Macedonia, Serbia and Slovenia) for the next two editions of the CAF TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations as well as knockout phases of the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League 2022 and …

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Ten teams qualify for the Final Round for the 2022 FIFA World Cup – African Qualifiers!

The Second Round of the African Qualifiers for 2022 FIFA World Cup – Qatar was concluded on Tuesday, with ten teams topping their groups to reach the Third and Final round, scheduled in March 2022. The ten teams will be drawn in five playoff fixtures to determine the five sides …

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CAF to use VAR during CAF Women’s Champions League semifinals & final!

CAF will use the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in the semifinals and final of the inaugural TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Champions League in Cairo, Egypt. This is yet another milestone by CAF and a clear demonstration of the organization’s commitment not only to promote women’s football in Africa but to advance …

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CAF Media Statement on the developments in Kenyan Football!

CAF has noted with concern reports in Kenya media on the developments in that country including the alleged arrest of Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Nick Mwendwa. In addition, CAF has also noted the letter from FIFA to the Government authorities in Kenya on the concerns regarding the independence of …

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Accessibility Tickets for 2021 FIFA Arab Cup on sale at FIFA.com/tickets!

Sixteen of the Arab world’s top national teams are all set to meet in Qatar for the first pan-Arab tournament to be held under the FIFA umbrella. The 2021 FIFA Arab Cup – Qatar will not only showcase the region’s passion for the beautiful game, it will also serve as …

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CAF GS holds key meetings with UNAF, CECAFA & COSAFA Government Ministers, MA Presidents on Pan-African Schools competition!

CAF General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba held two-day discussions with Sport Ministers, Education Ministers and other government officials from several UNAF, CECAFA and COSAFA regions. The meetings also included CAF Member Association Presidents from the three zones. The meetings are part of an on-going stakeholder engagement process by CAF started by …

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