CAN every four years: CAF considers a reversal, with rivalries in the background

Un emblème circulaire, construit autour d'un ballon de football, encadré par deux flèches courbes qui s'opposent — symbole d'un retour en arrière et d'une rivalité.

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The African Football Confederation (CAF) is reportedly studying a return to holding the Africa Cup of Nations every four years, just one year after officially implementing this reform. Journalist Romain Molina mentions political and financial rivalries with FIFA.

Patrice Motsepe confirmed on Friday that the matter is under review. CAF could therefore backtrack on its decision to organize the Africa Cup of Nations every four years.

According to Romain Molina, this reversal would be explained by unspoken motives linked to rivalries between CAF and FIFA. Political and financial stakes are said to be at the heart of this reconsideration.

This possible backtrack comes after months of opposition to the reform. African football stakeholders now await a clear decision from CAF.

Original source: Afrik-Foot

CAN every four years: CAF considers a reversal, with rivalries in the background

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