By Victor Kanayo
Continent’s football governing body, Confederation of African Football (CAF) has marked 200 days to the kick-off of biggest soccer event – the Africa Cup of Nations, scheduled for Cote D’Ivoire.
The continent’s football authority via its website maintained that the opening match will be played on January 13, with the final set for February 11, 2023.
Soccer Fiesta With Cultural Blend
In a statement, it said, “With plans and preparations in full swing for the biggest event on African soil, CAF in partnership with the Local Organising Committee (LOC) are hard at work in preparation for what is considered to be the biggest event on African soil.
“Following the official launch of the new identity of CAF’s flagship competition last month – fans, footballers, and the entire African football fraternity is abuzz with excitement with the newly launched logo that is earning rave reviews across the world for its distinctly unique and African look.
“The new identity of the tournament was carefully crafted to pay homage to the richness of the Ivorian culture and the continent of Africa as a whole while beautifully representing the essence of African football and the splendour of the host nation.
“Since its unveiling, the new identity – which is inspired by the vibrant tapestry of Africa’s heritage, spirit and energy – continues to be received with great excitement by fans and footballers across the world, who continue to share it across various digital platforms in the excitement of what is to come next year.
“With the clock ticking down to kick off, preparations are already underway for the Official Draw of the tournament, which will take place on 12 October.”
Already, 14 countries out of the required 24 entries have qualified for the biennial showdown.
Super League Ringing Change
Meanwhile, CAF President Patrice Motsepe has revealed why the name of Super
League has to change.
The football body last week proposed the change in name of the Super League and also announce the postponement from August to October.
However, the African football supremo insisted that he will continue to call it Super League until the name is changed.
The Super League was originally structured mostly for top performing clubs in Africa.
