Positive Response Inside CAF
Moroccan media reports have revealed new developments regarding the proposal submitted by Hany Abo Rida, President of the Egyptian Football Association, to increase the number of clubs participating in the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup.
According to the reports, the proposal has received positive feedback from officials within the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
Executive Committee Favors Expansion
According to Le360 Sport, several members of CAF's Executive Committee are leaning toward approving an expansion of the CAF Champions League.
However, the current direction is to keep the CAF Confederation Cup unchanged, with no modifications to its format or number of participating clubs.
Details of the Proposal
The proposal aims to grant eligible national associations an additional Champions League berth.
These extra places would be allocated according to CAF's club ranking system and existing competition regulations, ensuring fairness and maintaining competitive balance.
Deadline Extension Supports the Proposal
The possibility of implementing the new format has grown after CAF's Competitions Committee postponed the deadline for confirming participating clubs until August.
The extension provides additional time to complete the legal and organizational procedures required before announcing any official changes.
Potential Impact
If approved, the proposal could allow top-ranked football associations, including Egypt, to have additional representatives in the CAF Champions League, increasing competition and giving more clubs the opportunity to compete at the continental level.
What does Hany Abo Rida's proposal include?
It proposes increasing the number of clubs participating in the CAF Champions League by granting additional slots to eligible national associations.
Will the Confederation Cup also change?
Current reports suggest the Confederation Cup format will remain unchanged.
Why was the registration deadline extended?
CAF extended the deadline to complete the administrative and legal procedures related to the proposed competition changes.
When could the final decision be announced?
An official decision is expected after CAF completes its internal review and approval process.
