CAF President Patrice Motsepe isn’t holding back following the AFCON 2025 final. With a focus on tougher sanctions and world-class officiating, the roadmap for restoring the continent’s footballing reputation has been set. Photo: Backpagepix CAF president Patrice Motsepe has pledged to enhance regulatory frameworks and restore the integrity of football on the continent following the turbulence that surfaced during the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 final in Morocco.
In a resolute response, Motsepe said the disconcerting incidents during the final left a stain on what should have been a celebration of African football talent. “I am deeply disappointed by the unacceptable events that unfolded during the AFCON final,” Motsepe expressed, resonating with the sentiments of CAF’s executive committee and the leaders of their 54 member associations. Motsepe’s emphasis on accountability and reform reflects a collective resolve to uphold the sport’s integrity and global reputation.The president’s comments follow punitive measures by the CAF disciplinary board, which he respected but deemed insufficient to address the challenges at hand.
Motsepe’s emphasis on accountability and reform reflects a collective resolve to uphold the sport’s integrity and global reputation. The president’s comments follow punitive measures by the CAF disciplinary board, which he respected but deemed insufficient to address the challenges at hand. In light of recent events, he has convened an urgent meeting of the CAF executive committee, whose mandate is to review and strengthen the organisation’s disciplinary regulations.
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“Our goal is to empower CAF’s judicial structures to enforce strong, deterrent sanctions against any conduct that undermines the reputation and credibility of African football,” explained Motsepe. This urgent pledge underscores a necessary shift towards a more stringent approach in maintaining trust among stakeholders and fans alike.Beyond addressing misconduct, Motsepe has highlighted progress in improving officiating standards across the continent.
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