CAF agree to restore AFCON to every two years after major U-turn
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has reversed its decision to move to a four-year AFCON cycle, opting to return to a biennial tournament. The move aims to ensure the financial viability of the competition while aligning with the international football calendar.
Why it matters
The decision provides stability for African football associations and players, impacting the global sports calendar.
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will return to its traditional two-year cycle after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Executive Committee unanimously approved the decision.
CAF president Patrice Motsepe confirmed the decision after reviewing last year's controversial move to a four-year schedule.
The governing body had planned to introduce a new pan-African Nations League, which would take place every two years and replace the current AFCON format.
However, CAF has acknowledged that the proposed competition could take several years to generate the revenue required to strengthen African football and make its tournaments financially self-sufficient.
Motsepe said CAF decided to restore the biennial tournament in the best interests of African football and its 54 member associations.
They also had to consider African players representing clubs outside the continent.
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