Morocco made history at the 2023 Women’s Football World Cup.
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The authorities have linked sport to nation building and tourism, and thrown their weight behind football.
The Confederation of African Football has terminated two TV broadcasting deals in four years.
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It’s time to divide TV rights among several broadcasters and not allow a monopoly.
Zouhair El Moutaraji celebrates Morocco’s Wydad AC winning at the Caf Champions League in 2022.
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The Africa Super League brings big money but a logistical nightmare and a missed opportunity for commercial club development.
Match-winner Zouheir El Moutaraji of Wydad celebrates a goal in Casablanca.
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The final in Casablanca puts Caf at a crossroads about host nations and venues for matches.
Motsepe Foundation founder Patrice Motsepe speaks onstage during Global Citizen Presents Global Goal Live. Motsepe is running for CAF president.
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Ahmad Ahmad, president of the Confederation of African Football, was considered a shoo-in for a second term. But the entry of South Africa’s Patrice Motsepe has brought new dynamics to the race.