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    Inside CAF and the European Union’s Big Bet on the Future of African Football
    News
    27 May 2025

    Inside CAF and the European Union’s Big Bet on the Future of African Football

    The partnership between Africa’s football governing body and the EU is aimed at improving footballing structures on the continent, including organized competitions at a grassroots level.

    William Troost-Ekong of Nigeria celebrates with his teammates after scoring his goal during the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations final match between Nigeria and Ivory Coast at Olympic Stadium of Ebimpe on February 11, 2024 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
    Sports
    07 November 2024

    Super Eagles’ Libya Ordeal Further Exposes an Ugly Trend in African Soccer

    While the news of the Nigerian men’s soccer team’s mistreatment in Libya is the most recent and widely publicized, it’s far from the first.

    ​Nigeria players pose for a team photo ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 final football match between Ivory Coast and Nigeria at Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium in Ebimpe, Abidjan on February 11, 2024.
    Sports
    28 October 2024

    CAF Penalizes Libya over Treatment of Nigeria’s Soccer Team in Abandoned AFCON Qualifier

    The disciplinary committee awarded Nigeria full points and handed a hefty financial fine to Libya after Nigerian players shared their ordeal with the world.

    Ivory Coast's #22 Sebatien Romain Teddy Haller kicks the ball during the Africa Cup of Nations qualifying Group H match between Ivory Coast and Lesotho at the Laurent Pokou stadium in San-Pedro on September 9, 2023.
    Sports
    25 October 2023

    CAF Unveils POKOU, The Official Match Ball of 2023 African Cup of Nations

    Honoring Ivorian legend Laurent Pokou's record-breaking legacy — a technological marvel set to revolutionize African football and inspire a nation.

    Ahly's midfielder Akram Tawfik (L) vies for the ball with Raja's forward Mahmoud Benhalib during the CAF Super Cup football match between Egypt's Al-Ahly and Morocco's Raja Club Athletic (Raja Casablanca) at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium in the Qatari city of Ar-Rayyan on December 22, 2021.
    Sports
    19 October 2023

    What You Need To Know About the African Football League

    From the trail of controversy and cynicism to the teams vying for the inaugural title and prize money, catch up on Africa’s new football tournament, set to debut on Friday.

    Samuel Eto'o gestures prior to the Serie A football match between FC Internazionale and US Salernitana. FC Internazionale won 5-0 over US Salernitana.
    Sports
    10 August 2023

    CAF Investigates Allegations Against Samuel Eto'o, President of Fecafoot

    Samuel Eto'o, president of the Cameroonian Football Federation, has come under scrutiny for taking on a position with a sports betting company.

    Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA celebrates the victory of Uruguay during the FIFA U-20 World Cup Argentina 2023 Final match between Italy and Uruguay at Estadio La Plata. Final score: Uruguay 1 - 0 Italia.
    Sports
    17 July 2023

    FIFA President Confirms Kick-Off Date for New African Football League

    FIFA President announces start date for new African football league, taking measures to revitalize the continent's football landscape.

    FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura Has Been Named 'General Delegate for Africa' To Implement Reform in the CAF
    Sports
    20 June 2019

    FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura Has Been Named 'General Delegate for Africa' To Implement Reform in the CAF

    Samoura's short-term appointment is the Confederation of African Football's attempt to improve governance and administration in the organization.

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