Patrice Motsepe Announces AFCON Expansion to 28 Teams

The Confederation of African Football has confirmed plans to expand the Africa Cup of Nations from 24 to 28 teams. President Patrice Motsepe shared the decision after CAF’s executive committee meeting. Motsepe said the move reflects CAF’s commitment to raising the standard of African football. He emphasized the goal of uniting top players from across the continent and the diaspora. No details were given on the new tournament format or the timeline for implementation. The announcement has raised questions about qualification procedures and match scheduling.

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