CAF to invite club presidents and chairmen to 2026 Congress in Abuja

The Confederation of African Football (CAF), under the leadership of president Patrice Motsepe, will invite the presidents and chairmen of all clubs participating in the 2026/27 CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup to its 2026 Congress in Abuja, Nigeria, on November 21.

The club executives are expected to arrive in the Nigerian capital from November 19 for a series of engagements aimed at strengthening relations between the continental governing body and clubs across Africa.

The programme will include high-level meetings and a football match, providing an opportunity for club leaders to interact with CAF officials and discuss issues affecting the development of African club football.

The initiative represents an effort by CAF to bring clubs closer to the decision-making process and ensure their perspectives are considered in discussions about the future of the game on the continent.

Clubs remain central to African football, serving as the foundation for player development, competition and the growth of the sport. Their involvement in discussions surrounding the direction of the game is therefore considered important to building a stronger football structure.

The planned engagements will give club presidents and chairmen an opportunity to share their experiences, raise concerns, exchange ideas and make contributions towards improving the administration and organisation of African club competitions.

It also reflects CAF’s intention to encourage greater consultation and collaboration with the institutions directly involved in the game.

With African football continuing to pursue improvements in its structures, competitions and commercial appeal, closer cooperation between CAF and its member clubs could play an important role in shaping the continent’s football future.

The November 21 Congress in Abuja will therefore provide a platform for dialogue between CAF and club administrators, reinforcing the need for collective leadership and a shared vision for the development of African football.