AFCON
Again, CAF’s axe falls on Libya over Africa Cup of Nations misconduct
For the second time, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has sanctioned the Libyan Football Federation for offences committed in the qualifying tournament of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Libya had earlier been sanctioned with the forfeiture of their home match with Nigeria.
This time, the CAF Disciplinary Board charged the Libyan Football Federation with misconduct following incidents during their match with Benin in Benghazi on 18 November 2024.
The CAF Disciplinary Board found the Libyan Football Federation guilty of violating articles 82 and 151 of the CAF Disciplinary Code for the behaviour of its supporters and officials during and after the match.
The Libyan Football Federation was ordered to play its next two official national team matches behind closed doors, and the CAF Disciplinary Board fined it USD 50,000.
In a related development, and in the same qualifying tournament, the CAF Disciplinary Board charged the Beninese Football Federation for its non-collaboration with the Disciplinary Board, in violation of article 45 of the CAF Disciplinary Code during their fixture against Rwanda.
The CAF Disciplinary Board found the Beninese Football Federation and imposed a fine of USD 5,000 for violation of Article 45 of the CAF Disciplinary Code.
The DC Board also imposed a fine of USD 50,000, with USD 25,000 suspended for misconduct of its officials at the end of the match.
The CAF Disciplinary Board also took decisions on other matters and incidents during the CAF Interclub Competition and the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Qualifiers.
CR Belouizdad of Algeria was charged with misconduct after its fans allegedly used smoke bombs during their CAF Champions League fixture against Orlando Pirates of South Africa on 26 November 2024.
The Board found CR Belouizdad guilty and fined the Club USD 10,000 of which USD 5,000 is suspended, provided that no similar incident is observed over the next 12 months.
The other decisions are:
CAF Champions League: AS FAR
AS FAR was charged with misconduct after its fans allegedly used smoke bombs during their CAF Champions League fixture against Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa) on 7 December 2024.
The CAF Disciplinary Board found AS FAR guilty and fined the Club USD 5,000. The CAF Disciplinary Board also further fined AS FAR USD 10,000 for the use of lasers by its supporters.
Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Qualifiers: Equatorial Guinea
Equatorial Guinea were charged for failure to provide adequate security at their Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Qualifiers encounter against Togo on 14 November 2024 in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea.
The CAF Disciplinary Board found Equatorial Guinea guilty and imposed a suspended sanction of USD 25,000. The CAF Disciplinary Board further imposed a USD 5,000 fine on Equatorial Guinea for a lack of security which resulted in supporters invading the pitch.
Confederation Cup: CS Sfaxien
CS Sfaxien was charged with misconduct after its supporters allegedly threw pyrotechnic devices during the Confederation Cup fixture against CS Constantine of Algeria on 27 November 2024.
The CAF Disciplinary Board found CS Sfaxien guilty and imposed a fine of USD 20,000; USD 10,000 suspended for 12 months.
Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Qualifiers: Tanzania/ Guinea
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) informs that the Disciplinary Board, during its meeting on December 19, 2024, rendered its decision concerning the complaint filed by the Guinean Football Federation on the occasion of match No. 143 between Tanzania and Guinea, played on November 19, 2024, as part of the sixth day of the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 qualifiers.
The Disciplinary Board ruled that the complaint filed by the Guinean Football Federation is declared admissible. The complaint was rejected.
Confederation Cup: USM Alger
USM Alger of Algeria was charged with misconduct after its fans allegedly used smoke bombs during their Confederation Cup fixture against Orapa United of Botswana, played on 27 November 2024.
The CAF Disciplinary Board found USM Alger guilty and imposed a fine of USD 10,000; USD 5,000 suspended for 12 months.
AFCON
Nigerians, other nationals can apply, as CAF and Morocco Launch Volunteer Programme for AFCON 2025
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) in Morocco have launched the official Volunteer Programme for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025, billed to run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026.
According to CAF, more than 4,000 volunteers will be recruited to play a central role in ensuring the success of Africa’s most prestigious football tournament, which will be staged across six cities and nine stadiums in Morocco.
Applications are now open at volunteers.cafonline.com and will close on 8 October 2025. The opportunity is open to anyone above the age of 18.
Volunteers will be deployed across multiple functional areas, including media operations, spectator services, accreditation, hospitality, and fan engagement. Selected individuals will receive professional training ahead of the competition and work behind the scenes to deliver a memorable AFCON.
CAF stated that the programme is designed not only to support tournament operations but also to create an alumni network of skilled Africans who can contribute to future sporting events across the continent. Successful applicants will benefit from:
- Training and skill development.
- Official uniforms and certificates of participation.
- Networking opportunities with peers and professionals.
- The chance to contribute to Africa’s football legacy.
Volunteer registration opened on 17 September 2025. Selection and training will take place in October and November, with operations commencing in mid-December through to the tournament’s conclusion on 18 January 2026.
CAF described the initiative as an “exciting opportunity” for Africans to contribute to the growth of the continent’s flagship sporting event, which is expected to draw millions of visitors to Morocco.
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CAF Security Chief, Nigeria’s Emeruwa, Leads Inspection of Tangier Stadium Ahead of Major Tournaments
Nigeria’s Dr. Christian Emeruwa, President of the Security and Safety Division of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), on Thursday, September 18, led an inspection visit to the Grand Stade de Tangier as preparations intensify for upcoming continental and global football events.
Emeruwa, who heads CAF’s continental security architecture, was joined by CAF Secretary General Véron Mosengo-Omba, senior Moroccan officials, and executives of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF).
The delegation also included managers of operational companies at the Grand Stade and SONARGES executives.
According to Le 360, the Nigerian official expressed satisfaction with the stadium’s facilities after touring key operational areas, including the main control room with its giant surveillance screen, as well as spectator, player, and VIP access zones.
The inspection was bolstered by the presence of Morocco’s top security and administrative officers—the regional commander of the Royal Gendarmerie, officials of the Auxiliary Forces and Civil Protection, the Wali of Security, the governor in charge of Internal Affairs, and representatives of the National Agency for Public Equipment (ANEP).
A technical meeting followed the tour, where engineers presented recent safety and security upgrades. Among the highlights was the planned installation of a FIFA-standard tarpaulin roof to enhance the venue’s compliance with global hosting requirements.
For Nigeria, the spotlight on Dr. Emeruwa underscores the country’s growing influence in African football administration, particularly in the critical areas of safety and security management for CAF competitions.
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Morocco has received 723 high-end buses from Chinese manufacturer Yutong as part of preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which kicks off on December 21.
Yutong said on social media that the fleet “has officially rolled off the production line” and will provide “comprehensive transport services and reliable operational support” during the tournament.
An official handover ceremony was held on Friday at the company’s facility in Zhengzhou, Henan province, attended by Moroccan representatives and Yutong executives.
The buses were designed to cope with Morocco’s terrain and climate, including steep slopes, heat and sandstorms. They feature an independent front axle suspension to navigate narrow city streets and Yutong’s in-house “Blue Core System” for fuel efficiency.
The delivery is the largest single order of Chinese buses in Africa. Yutong will station more than 100 technicians in Morocco to provide training, maintenance and round-the-clock support during AFCON.
The deal is part of Morocco’s broader transport strategy, which includes plans to purchase 7,000 new buses by 2030—half of them electric—as the country prepares to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal.
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