'I'm confident that an African country will win the World Cup': CAF President Patrice Motsepe
Summary
Patrice Motsepe, president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), said he believes an African country will win the FIFA World Cup in the future. He also spoke about recent events in African football, including the decision to award Morocco the latest Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title after Senegal was stripped of it, and confirmed ongoing preparations for the next AFCON tournament in 2027.Key Facts
- Patrice Motsepe is the president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
- Motsepe expressed confidence that an African team will win the FIFA World Cup.
- The latest Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title was given to Morocco after Senegal lost it due to a CAF decision.
- Motsepe said the African football community is now more united following the AFCON controversy.
- Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania will host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
- The 2027 AFCON is planned for June and July, with high standards expected.
- Motsepe mentioned that the American, Canadian, and Mexican governments are committed to welcoming fans for the 2026 World Cup.
- He supports FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s bid for a new term in 2027.
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