CAF Announces Calendar, Key Dates, and Details of 2024/25 CAF Interclub Competitions The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled the calendar, key dates, and details for its 2024/25 interclub competitions, including the CAF Champions League and CAF Confederation Cup. CAF Champions League * Preliminary Round: 9-19 August 2024 * First Round: 23 August – 6 September 2024 * Group Stage: 10 September – 27 October 2024 * Quarter-Finals: 11-18 November 2024 * Semi-Finals: 25 November – 2 December 2024 * Final: 16 December 2024 (Single match at a neutral venue) CAF Confederation Cup * Preliminary Round: 16-26 September 2024 * First Round: 6-16 October 2024 * Play-off Round: 27 October – 6 November 2024 * Group Stage: 10 November – 2 December 2024 * Quarter-Finals: 16-23 December 2024 * Semi-Finals: 6-13 January 2025 * Final: 27 January 2025 (Two-legged final) Key Dates and Details * Registration Deadline: 15 July 2024 * Draw for Preliminary Round: 1 August 2024 * Draw for Group Stage: 14 September 2024 * Venues for Final Matches: To be announced later Other Competition Details * The CAF Champions League will feature 16 teams in the Group Stage, while the CAF Confederation Cup will have eight teams in the Group Stage. * The winner of the CAF Champions League will qualify for the FIFA Club World Cup. * The winner of the CAF Confederation Cup will qualify for the CAF Super Cup, where they will face the winner of the CAF Champions League. CAF President Patrice Motsepe expressed his excitement for the upcoming season, stating: “We are committed to providing a world-class experience for our clubs and fans in Africa and beyond. These competitions are a showcase for the incredible talent and passion that exists on our continent.”CAF Releases Comprehensive Details for 2024/25 Interclub Competitions The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced the official calendar, key dates, and comprehensive details for the upcoming 2024/25 CAF interclub competitions. These competitions are set to showcase the best of African football and will feature top clubs from across the continent. Tentative Timeline * Preliminary Round: September 9-11, 2024 * First Round: September 16-18, 2024 * Second Round: October 7-9, 2024 * Group Stage: November 25-December 10, 2024 * Quarter-finals: April 7-9 and April 21-23, 2025 * Semi-finals: May 5-7 and May 19-21, 2025 * Finals: June 2-4 and June 16-18, 2025 Format and Participants The CAF Champions League, CAF Confederation Cup, and CAF Super Cup will feature a total of 64 teams from eligible African football associations. The top clubs from each country will compete based on their performance in domestic leagues and cup competitions. Prize Money and Benefits CAF has significantly increased the prize money for the winning clubs, with the Champions League winner set to receive a substantial bonus. Clubs will also have the opportunity to participate in prestigious continental matches and gain recognition on a global stage. Broadcasting and Streaming The CAF interclub competitions will be broadcast live to millions of viewers across Africa and beyond. Fans can expect to witness high-quality production and commentary, ensuring they do not miss a moment of the action. Venues and Host Cities CAF will select the host cities for the various stages of the competitions in due course. The organization will prioritize stadiums that meet the required standards and provide a suitable atmosphere for these prestigious matches. CAF Officials Express Excitement CAF officials have expressed their excitement for the upcoming interclub competitions and emphasized their commitment to delivering a memorable and successful event. They believe these competitions will further enhance the development of African football and promote its global appeal.