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CAF announces major change in AFCON format after controversial 2025 final

CAF President Patrice MotsepeThe Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a major change to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), revealing that the tournament will now feature 28 teams instead of the traditional 24. CAF President Patrice Motsepe disclosed the decision on Sunday, March 29, following an executive committee meeting in Egypt. According to Flashscore, Motsepe described it as part of CAF’s commitment to “world-class football” and encouraging the return of top African players from around the globe. While the exact format for accommodating the four additional teams has not been disclosed, the CAF president stressed that the 2027 finals, co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, » Read More

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