Patrice Motsepe’s Caf presidency under pressure after Afcon U-turn as Eto’o waits in wings
Patrice Motsepe’s leadership of the Confederation of African Football (Caf) is under growing pressure, with officials from across the continent warning they have lost trust in the president and rivals including Samuel Eto’o positioning themselves potentially to replace him. A return to a biennial Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) cycle is expected to be confirmed […]
The leadership of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe is facing growing pressure as potential challengers, including former Cameroon striker Samuel Eto’o, position themselves to replace him. This comes after Motsepe reversed CAF's plan to stage the Africa Cup of Nations every four years, opting instead for a biennial cycle.
The decision, which was said to enjoy wide support across Africa, has raised concerns over trust in CAF's leadership and Motsepe's management. Several African football officials, including Eto’o and others, are reportedly considering Infantino's approval should Motsepe leave office before the end of his term.
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