CAF Set To Expand AFCON To 28 Teams

President of the Confederation African Football, CAF, Patrice Motsepe has announced the African Cup of Nations will be expanded from 24 to 28 teams.

Motsepe announced the decision on Sunday following the conclusion of CAF’s executive committee meeting.

The South African said the move is part of CAF’s commitment to elevating African football.

“This is about our commitment to world-class football, bringing together the best African players from across the globe to compete on the continent,” he stated.

Motsepe however did not provide details on how the new 28-team format would be structured or when the expansion would take effect.

However, the CAF boss did not provide details on how the new 28-team format would be structured or when the expansion would take effect.

The move raises fresh questions over qualification and scheduling.