The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a prize money increase for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). CAF president Dr Patrice Motsepe confirmed this during a press briefing on Saturday in Rabat, Morocco, ahead of the start of the tournament on Sunday. Motsepe announced the champions will take home $10 million (R168 million),… Continue reading AFCON Champions to Pocket R168 Million
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CAF Appoints Match Officials for AFCON
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the list of Match Officials set to officiate the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025. The tournament will take place from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026. A total of 73 highly experienced officials, comprising 28 referees, 31 assistant referees, and 14 VAR officials, have… Continue reading CAF Appoints Match Officials for AFCON
AFCON 2025 Diaspora Tour in London and Paris
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has launched the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 Diaspora Tour this week. “This is more than a tour; it is showcasing the spirit of African football. Making triumphant stops in London at Below the Lights, Piccadilly Circus on 28 November and Paris at YOYO in the Palais… Continue reading AFCON 2025 Diaspora Tour in London and Paris
Breaking: Bafana Bafana AFCON Squad Announced
Bafana Bafana’s preliminary squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been announced. Bafana coach Hugo Broos made the announcement on Monday afternoon, with the final 23-man squad expected to be confirmed next week. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has set a deadline of 11 December for all final squad submissions ahead… Continue reading Breaking: Bafana Bafana AFCON Squad Announced
CAF Fines Orlando Pirates R430 000!
South African side Orlando Pirates have copped a R430 000 fine following their dramatic Champions League clash against DR Congo’s St Eloi Lupopo in Orlando, Soweto, last month. Lupopo needed penalties to beat Pirates 5-4, following a 3-3 aggregate score, for their place in the group stage of Africa’s premium club competition. The talking point,… Continue reading CAF Fines Orlando Pirates R430 000!
Chebbak and Mssoudy join Ajibade for CAF Women Main Award
CAF has unveiled the top three nominees in each of the women’s categories ahead of the CAF Awards 2025, as anticipation builds for Africa’s biggest football celebration to be staged on 19 November 2025 in Rabat, Morocco. The CAF Awards 2025 recognise the best performers between 6 January and 15 October 2025, highlighting outstanding achievements… Continue reading Chebbak and Mssoudy join Ajibade for CAF Women Main Award
CAF Awards 2025: Spotlight on Hakimi, Salah and Osimhen
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the top three nominees in each of the men’s categories of the highly anticipated CAF Awards 2025. The prestigious event will be held in Rabat, Morocco, on 19 November, in celebration of the exceptional performances and achievements that have defined African football this year. For the main… Continue reading CAF Awards 2025: Spotlight on Hakimi, Salah and Osimhen
CAF Expands Women’s Africa Cup of Nations
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has approved the expansion of the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) from 12 to 16 teams, starting with the next edition to be staged in Morocco from 17 March-3 April 2026. As the qualification phase for the 2026 edition has already been completed, the Executive Committee has… Continue reading CAF Expands Women’s Africa Cup of Nations
Nominees Announced in the Men’s Categories for CAF Awards
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the nominees in the Men’s Categories for the CAF Awards 2025, celebrating the continent’s top performers among players, coaches, clubs and national teams. CAF has noted that the impact of players and coaches on the African and global game has been immense for the period under consideration… Continue reading Nominees Announced in the Men’s Categories for CAF Awards
CAF Unveils Nominees in Women’s Categories for 2025 Awards
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the nominees in the Women’s categories for the CAF Awards 2025, celebrating excellence in African women’s football over the past 12 months. The CAF Awards ceremony will honour the players, coaches and teams that have made a significant impact for the period under consideration of 6 January… Continue reading CAF Unveils Nominees in Women’s Categories for 2025 Awards