Confederation of African Football

Infantino faces intensifying European legal and politicals

27 clusters · 1141 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: Gianni Infantino invited to CAF Strategy Conference in Cape Verde

The leadership crisis surrounding FIFA President Gianni Infantino has intensified as European opposition moves from diplomatic distancing toward active political and legal mobilization. While Infantino has confirmed his

CAF intensifies infrastructure inspections for AFCON 2027

8 clusters · 24 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: CAF president urges urgency for AFCON 2027 preparations

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has intensified its inspection efforts in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania as preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) enter a critical phase. A multidisciplinary del

African football qualifying updates

10 clusters · 71 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Africa Cup of Nations 2027 qualifiers schedule and hosting details announced

Developments regarding the 2027 African football qualifying cycles continue for both senior and U23 levels. For the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN), Togo is set to face Burundi in Lomé on September 25, 2026. Nigeria’s S

Legal and governance battles intensify over FIFA investment

16 clusters · 615 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: UEFA and CONCACAF demand $2.1 billion payout from FIFA reserves

The legal and political conflict between FIFA and UEFA regarding the failed FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) project has expanded into a broader push for governance reform and intense accusations of misconduct. In Manhattan

Nigeria football reform and leadership crisis

13 clusters · 46 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Sports Writers Association of Nigeria calls for football governance reset

By mid-September 2026, the administrative crisis within the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) progressed as international authorities conducted on-site investigations. Following the mass resignations of President Ibrahim

CAF football coaching certification in Africa

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Nigeria Football Federation relaunches CAF A-License coaching course

Confederation of African Football (CAF) coaching certification programs are being implemented across various African nations to enhance regional football standards. In Sierra Leone, the North-East Region Football Associ

Senegal national football team player retirements

3 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Édouard Mendy announces international retirement and educational initiatives

Key players from the Senegal national football team have announced their retirements from international competition. In late August 2026, striker Chérif Ndiaye announced his retirement after earning 20 caps and scoring

Ghana sports facility management and CAF certification

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Accra Sports Stadium undergoes maintenance for international matches

Ghana’s National Sports Authority (NSA) has been managing various requests for the use of national sports facilities, including a proposal from Asante Kotoko to rent the Baba Yara Sports Stadium for the 2026/27 season an

Senegalese football legal disputes

4 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Senegal challenges Morocco's AFCON title win at CAS

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has issued rulings addressing multiple legal disputes involving the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF). In an election dispute, CAS ordered that an appeal by candidate Mady Tou

Liberian football development and AFCON preparations

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Liberia national football team names squad for AFCON qualifiers

Liberian football officials and players have made several developments regarding the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Initially, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) appointed four Liberian match off

Leadership crisis and investigations in Nigeria Football Fed

4 clusters · 67 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Nigeria Football Federation faces FIFA and CAF leadership probe

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) remains embroiled in a leadership crisis and multiple state investigations. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Relate

Senegal national football team upcoming matches

3 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Senegal relocates CAN 2027 qualifier against Mozambique to Maputo

The Senegalese national football team is coordinating several upcoming international fixtures. Discussions have been underway between the football federations of Senegal and Comoros to organize a friendly match at the St

Edo Queens win WAFU-B title amid protest

8 clusters · 39 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Edo Queens qualify for CAF Women's Champions League amid protest

Edo Queens FC, the reigning Nigeria Women Football League champions, secured the 2026 WAFU Zone B Women’s Champions League title after a dramatic final against Ghana’s Ampem Darkoa Ladies in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Th

Accra Sports Stadium safety and infrastructure concerns

3 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Ghana football faces structural reforms and AFCON qualification pressure

The Accra Sports Stadium in Ghana continues to face scrutiny regarding its structural integrity. Following an inspection, the National Sports Authority (NSA) described the facility as a “death trap,” warning that its det

Tanzania NHIF healthcare service developments

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Tanzania directs NHIF to prepare medical services for AFCON 2027

The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) of Tanzania has transitioned from domestic enrollment campaigns to preparing for international medical service requirements. Initially, the NHIF focused on encouraging citizens

Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns set for MTN8 final

7 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates set for MTN8 final

The 2026/27 South African football season has progressed through the MTN8 semifinals, resulting in a final matchup between Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns. In the first semifinal pairing, Orlando Pirates advanced

Mozambique national football developments

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Mozambique U-23 football team misses Olympic qualification due to funding shortage

The Mozambique national football team has established Lisbon, Portugal, as its training base to prepare for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Led by coach Chiquinho Conde, the squad plans to focus on defensive a

CAF club competition expansion rollout

4 clusters · 41 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: African football clubs prepare for 2026/27 CAF Interclub season

CAF’s July 2026 decision to add an extra club slot for each member association is being operationalised. On 6 August 2026, the preliminary-round draws for the 2026/27 Champions League and Confederation Cup were held in C

East Africa AFCON 2027 prep and future CAF bidding

19 clusters · 122 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: AFCON hosting bids intensify as Ethiopia enters 2028 race

The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), to be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, is confirmed for 19 June – 17 July 2027. This “Pamoja” edition is expected to attract over 1.5 million spectators and 3.2 billion vi

Cameroon Wins First WAFCON Title Amid Political Friction

27 clusters · 241 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Cameroon wins first WAFCON title after defeating Malawi

Cameroon has secured its first-ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title, defeating Malawi 3-0 in the final held in Rabat, Morocco. The Indomitable Lionesses clinched the championship with a dominant performance,

Omar Artan UEFA Super Cup appointment controversy

4 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Somali referee Omar Artan returns to elite officiating after U.S. entry denial

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan made history by becoming the first non-European official to referee a UEFA Super Cup, officiating the match between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa in Salzburg. This appointment