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WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons Begin Title Quest with Commanding 3-0 Win Over Tunisia
The Super Falcons of Nigeria kicked off their 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) campaign in style, securing a dominant 3-0 win over Tunisia in their Group B opener on Sunday at the Stade Larbi Zaouli in Casablanca, Morocco. Chasing a record-extending 10th continental title, Justine Madugu side wasted no time in stamping their […]
CAF Inter-Club: Remo Stars, Others Set for Financial Boost as CAF Increases Prize Money
Clubs competing in the 2025/2026 CAF Inter-Club competitions, including Nigeria’s representatives Remo Stars, Rivers United, Abia Warriors, and Kwara United, are set to receive increased financial rewards following a major decision by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). The announcement was made during the CAF Executive Committee meeting held on Saturday in Rabat, Morocco, on […]
CAF Appoints Amaju Pinnick as Special Adviser to President Motsepe
Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Melvin Pinnick has been appointed Special Adviser to the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Dr. Patrice Motsepe. The announcement was made during a CAF executive press briefing livestreamed on YouTube on Saturday, where Motsepe warmly welcomed Pinnick back into the inner circle of African football […]
CAF President Pays Tribute to Late Nigerian Legend Peter Rufai
The President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Dr Patrice Motsepe, has extended his heartfelt condolences—on behalf of CAF and its 54 Member Associations—to the family of the late Peter Rufai, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), and the entire Nigerian football fraternity, following the passing of the former Super Eagles captain and legendary goalkeeper. […]
CAF Doubles WAFCON 2024 Winner’s Prize Money, Increases Total Purse to $3.475 Million
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a significant increase in prize money for the 2024 TotalEnergies Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), taking place in Morocco. CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe confirmed on Thursday that the winner of this year’s tournament will take home $1 million, doubling the $500,000 awarded to South Africa […]
Ajibade Calls Out CAF Over ‘Kitchen-Size’ WAFCON Rooms
Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has publicly criticised the Confederation of African Football (CAF) over the substandard accommodation provided for players for the highly anticipated 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco. In an Instagram story posted on Thursday evening, the 25-year-old midfielder shared a photo of her assigned room — which featured […]
WAFCON 2024: Houij Acknowledges Falcons’ Strength, Eyes Historic Final
Tunisia striker Mariem Houij has acknowledged the formidable pedigree of Nigeria’s Super Falcons ahead of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) but remains confident in her team’s ability to challenge for a place in the final. The highly anticipated tournament kicks off on Saturday, July 5 in Morocco, with Nigeria aiming for a […]
WAFCON 2024: CAF Unveils New Trophy in Morocco
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially unveiled a stunning new trophy for the 2024 TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), set to kick off in Morocco on Saturday, July 5. The trophy was revealed during a special ceremony held on Wednesday night in Casablanca, hosted by CAF in partnership with long-time […]
CAF Approves MKO Abiola Stadium for U-17 WAFU B Championship
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially approved the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta, Ogun State, as the host venue for the upcoming U-17 West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B Championship. The confirmation follows a detailed inspection conducted on Monday by a CAF delegation, which assessed the stadium’s compliance with key requirements […]
WAFCON 2024: CAF Unveils ‘Born Winners’ Theme, Echoes Super Falcons’ Mission X
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled “Born Winners” as the official slogan for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), set to kick off this Saturday in Morocco. The theme is designed as a powerful tribute to the resilience, ambition, and leadership of African women shaping the future of football on and […]