The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has made its final decision regarding the proposal to increase the number of participating teams in the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup next season.
According to Moroccan reports, CAF decided to maintain the current competition format without introducing any changes to the number of participating clubs.
CAF Maintains Current African Competition Format
Moroccan newspaper Al Mountakhab reported that CAF rejected the proposal to modify the regulations of the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup.
The African football governing body decided to continue with the existing system and keep the current number of participating teams.
Impact on Moroccan Clubs
Following CAF’s decision, the Moroccan clubs participating in African competitions have been confirmed.
Maghreb Fez and RS Berkane will represent Morocco in the CAF Champions League, while Raja Casablanca and AS FAR will compete in the CAF Confederation Cup.
The decision also means that Wydad Casablanca will miss continental competitions for the first time in more than 15 years.
CAF Decision Affects Al Ahly’s Plans
The rejection of the expansion proposal is a major setback for Al Ahly, who was hoping to participate in the CAF Champions League under a larger competition format.
The Egyptian club had planned to strengthen its squad with quality signings in preparation for another African campaign, but will now compete in the Confederation Cup.
CAF Keeps African Club Competitions Unchanged
CAF’s decision confirms that the current structure of African club competitions will remain unchanged next season.
The Confederation continues its efforts to develop African football competitions while maintaining the existing regulations.
Did CAF approve increasing African competition teams?
No, CAF rejected the proposal to increase the number of participating clubs.
Will Al Ahly play in the CAF Champions League?
No, Al Ahly will participate in the CAF Confederation Cup under the current system.
Which Moroccan clubs will play in the CAF Champions League?
Maghreb Fez and RS Berkane will represent Morocco.
Why did CAF reject the expansion proposal?
CAF decided to maintain the current competition format.
