African football leaders considering support for controversial Fifa initiative
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 5:34 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Confederation of African Football (Caf) is evaluating Fifa's proposal to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors. Caf president Patrice Motsepe maintains a strong relationship with Fifa president Gianni Infantino, who has indicated that such a move could generate $4.2 billion for football globally. While European governing bodies have opposed the plan, African football federations may view the financial benefits as crucial, especially as Caf's executive committee plans to meet next week to discuss the proposal. Criticism of the commercialization of football persists, with some voices within African football expressing concerns over potential consequences.
- •Caf evaluates Fifa's proposal to sell competition stakes.
- •Financial backing could bring $40 million to member associations.
- •Motsepe calls Infantino a loyal friend to Africa.
- •Caf's executive committee will convene next week for discussions.
- •Concerns about commercialization of football are rising within Caf.
- 5:34 PMYahoo Sports — Why Africa could back controversial Fifa plan
- 5:34 PMBBC Sport — Why Africa might back controversial Fifa plan
"Fifa's plan sell stakes in its competitions to private investors has been heavily criticised, but the body running African football is yet to take a side.
"Fifa's plan sell stakes in its competitions to private investors has been heavily criticised, but the body running African football is yet to take a side.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 5:34 PMWhy Africa could back controversial Fifa plan
Fifa's plan sell stakes in its competitions to private investors has been heavily criticised, but the body running African football is yet to take a side.
- BBC SportJul 31, 2026, 5:34 PMWhy Africa might back controversial Fifa plan
Fifa's plan sell stakes in its competitions to private investors has been heavily criticised, but the body running African football is yet to take a side.
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