CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe has confirmed that the Egyptian Football Association's (EFA) proposal to increase the number of clubs competing in the CAF Champions League is still under consideration, with no final decision yet taken. He stressed that the request will be reviewed by CAF's relevant decision-making bodies before any action is taken.
Speaking to reporters, Motsepe said the proposal will be submitted to the CAF Secretary General and the CAF Executive Committee for evaluation, taking into account the best interests of African football. His comments follow a proposal from EFA President Hany Abo Rida, who has called for each CAF member association to receive one additional place in the continent's premier club competition.
If approved, the proposal would likely benefit football powerhouses such as Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, and South Africa, allowing them to field more clubs in the tournament. However, reports indicate that CAF's Competitions Committee has recommended rejecting the proposal due to scheduling concerns, although discussions remain ongoing.
The proposal has sparked widespread debate across African football, Supporters believe it could enhance the quality and competitiveness of the tournament, while critics argue it may undermine the balance of representation among CAF's member associations. If adopted, clubs such as Al Ahly could be among the biggest beneficiaries after missing out on this season's CAF Champions League by finishing third in the Egyptian Premier League.
