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The president of Talgo, José Antonio Jainaga, has urged for a merger with CAF to compete more effectively in the global railway market.

Al Ahly and Esperance are set to clash again in the CAF Champions League quarter-finals, igniting a fierce rivalry.

CAF official Samir Subha's comments alleging unfair treatment of Morocco in the AFCON final against Senegal have sparked widespread debate on social media.

Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation, expresses confidence in Nigerian referees' abilities to improve despite past criticisms and the recent awarding of FIFA badges to 30 referees.

A CAF official criticized the officiating in the African Cup final, claiming that Morocco was unfairly treated during the match.

The quarter-finals of the CAF Champions League will feature matchups including historic rivals Al Ahly and Esperance, as well as title defenders Pyramids facing AS Far Rabat.

The CAF Champions League quarter-finals and semi-finals fixtures have been announced, featuring notable matchups including Mamelodi Sundowns against Stade Malien and Al Ahly versus Esperance.

Mamelodi Sundowns will compete against Stade Malien in the quarter-finals of the CAF Champions League, following the recent draw.

Two executives from the Val-de-Marne CAF have been convicted of serious misconduct leading to significant financial losses to the state.

The article discusses the participating teams in the quarterfinal draw of the African Champions League and Confederation Cup for the 2025-2026 season, highlighting Arab clubs and their potential matchups.

CAF has condemned unacceptable incidents during the match between Al-Ahly and FAR Rabat and has referred the case to its Disciplinary Committee for investigation.

The draw for the quarter-finals of the African Champions League and Confederation Cup 2026 will take place on February 17, 2026, in Cairo, Egypt, and will be broadcast live on beIN SPORTS news.

The Royal Army club of Morocco has filed a complaint with the African Football Confederation against certain Al-Ahly fans for unsportsmanlike behavior during a match.

RS Berkane and Esperance Tunis advance to the quarter-finals of the CAF Champions League, alongside six other teams, with one spot still to be determined.

CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced plans for the African Cup of Nations to potentially expand to 28 teams and confirmed the tournament's future schedule every four years.

The CAF president confirmed that the Africa Cup of Nations 2027 will proceed as scheduled, amid concerns regarding infrastructure readiness and political climate in host countries.

The CAF president confirmed that the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 will proceed as scheduled, dismissing rumors of a postponement, and addressed disciplinary actions against Morocco and Senegal following incidents at the 2025 final.

The Confederation of African Football is inspecting facilities in Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya in preparation for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

Rivers United coach Finidi George is calling for squad reinforcements after his team's disappointing exit from the CAF Champions League.

Pyramids FC claimed the top position in Group A of the 2025/26 CAF Champions League with a 4–1 victory over Rivers United in Uyo, Nigeria.

Tunisian football club Esperance has sacked its coach Maher Kanzari following a defeat against Stade Malien in the CAF Champions League.

Stade Malien and Pyramids have both qualified for the quarter-finals of the CAF Champions League following their respective victories in the latest round of matches.

Rivers United prepares to host CAF Champions League holders Pyramids FC, motivated solely by pride after a disappointing campaign.

Renaissance de Berkane lost 2-0 to Power Dynamos, complicating their chances of advancing in the CAF Champions League.

Morocco has postponed the trial of 18 Senegalese fans arrested during the CAF Africa Cup final incidents until next Thursday.

The African Football Confederation has appointed Congolese referee Jean Jacques Ndala to officiate an upcoming match despite controversy surrounding his performance in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final.

CAF inspectors have praised the facilities in Remo, Nigeria, as exceptional after evaluating them for the upcoming 2025/26 CAF African Schools Football Championship, establishing a new regional benchmark.

Morocco's football federation plans to appeal sanctions from the Confederation of African Football related to the controversial AFCON final against Senegal.

Morocco's football federation plans to appeal against fines and player bans imposed by the Confederation of African Football following disorder during the Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal.

Morocco's royal football federation plans to contest sanctions from the CAF following a contentious African Cup of Nations final against Senegal.

The Moroccan Football Federation announced its intention to appeal sanctions imposed by CAF following incidents during the Africa Cup of Nations final, arguing that the penalties do not match the gravity of the events.

Amid conflicting statements from South African officials and silence from CAF, there are persistent rumors regarding a potential change in the host country for the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, originally set to take place in Morocco.

Senegal's football federation announced it will not contest the sanctions imposed by the Confederation of African Football following the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations incidents.

Senegal plans to appeal sanctions imposed by the Confederation of African Football following chaotic scenes during the AFCON final, resulting in fines and suspensions for its coach and players.

The African Football Confederation (CAF) has introduced a special commemorative version of the official ball for the Africa Cup of Nations final, taking place in Morocco, where Morocco will face Senegal.

The African Football Confederation (CAF) announced the qualification draw system for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations 2027, to be held in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has launched an investigation into the violence that erupted following the quarter-final match between Nigeria and Algeria, which Nigeria won 2-0.

The African Football Confederation (CAF) has unexpectedly withdrawn Somali referee Omar Abdulqader Artan from officiating the Algeria versus Nigeria quarter-final match in the Africa Cup of Nations just hours before the game.

The article discusses the upcoming quarter-final match between Egypt and Ivory Coast in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, highlighting the significance of the match for both teams as Egypt aims for its eighth title.

CAF President Patrice Motsepe took a commemorative photo with the well-known statue-like fan during the AFCON 2025, who famously supports the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Coaches have expressed strong disapproval of the Africa Cup of Nations transitioning from a biennial to a quadrennial schedule, a decision announced by CAF president Patrice Motsepe that some commentators view as prioritizing European interests.

Senegal faces Sudan in a last-16 match at the CAF 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, with the game set to kick off on January 3 at Ibn Batouta Stadium in Tangier.

The CAF African Cup of Nations 2025 in Morocco has seen a significant number of matches played in front of sparse crowds due to issues such as black market ticket sales and scams.

Renfe is easing tensions with manufacturers as it prepares to receive 400 trains and launch new tenders, aiming to compensate Alstom, Stadler, and CAF for cost overruns related to inflation.