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First-ever FIFA World Cup hospitality deposit programme launched
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First-ever FIFA World Cup hospitality deposit programme launched

Priority access to ticket-inclusive hospitality packages now open Fans can purchase fully refundable deposit vouchers starting at USD 500 to be first in line when hospitality sales begin in early 2025 Official Hospitality Provider of the FIFA World Cup 26™, On Location, to manage deposit programme Fans now have the chance to secure priority access to FIFA World Cup 26™ hospitality packages via the tournament’s first-ever hospitality deposit programme. Football enthusiasts looking for a world-class experience are encouraged to visit FIFA.com/hospitality for more information on how to get one step closer to securing an early place at the biggest and most inclusive tournament ever, which will take place in 16 Host Cities across Canada, Mexico and the USA and feature 48 tea...
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TotalEnergies CHAN 2024 Media Accreditation window officially open
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TotalEnergies CHAN 2024 Media Accreditation window officially open

The media accreditation application window for the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 is officially open. The accreditation window will close on Wednesday, 18 December 2024. The eighth edition of the  TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship will take place in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania between 01 – 28 February 2025. The finals will be contested by nineteen (19) African nations made up of the three host nations (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania), three qualified nations from each of CAF’s six Zonal Unions, as well as a single slot reserved for the best performing nation from the CECAFA region. Media interested in covering the TotalEnergies CAF CHAN competition can apply via the CAF Media Channel.  All applications are subject to confi...
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Nominees announced for 2024 Member Federations Award 
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Nominees announced for 2024 Member Federations Award 

Six finalists have been nominated for the Member Federations Award ahead of the World Athletics Awards 2024. The Member Federations Award recognises a Member Federation that has distinguished itself in its accomplishments throughout the year and, as a result, positively contributed to the growth and profile of the sport. The shortlisted federations were nominated by each of the six area associations. The winner will be announced on World Athletics’ platforms, as part of the World Athletics Awards 2024. The six nominees, listed alphabetically, are:Ghana (Ghana Athletics Association, Africa) In March, Ghana’s capital city of Accra held the African Games, where winners included the host nation’s Joseph Amoah in the 200m, and Rose Amoanimaa Yeboah and Evans Yamoah in the high ...
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Last Day of TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Qualifiers provides drama and thrill
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Last Day of TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Qualifiers provides drama and thrill

Qualified nations headlined by some of African football powerhouses Exciting return for seven nations to the continental showpiece  Morocco 2025 edition set to surpass all previous records held The final list of 24 Nations that have qualified for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 has been finalised following the completion of Match Day 6 of the Qualifiers last night. The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 will be played in Morocco between 21 December 2025 – 18 January 2026. The last day of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Qualfiers delivered drama, suspense and thrill. The competition will feature all of the top 10 Nations in the Africa FIFA rankings (Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Nigeria, Algeria, Cote d’Ivoire...
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CAF announces #CAFAwards24 Nominees for Women’s categories as Awards Ceremony edges closer
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CAF announces #CAFAwards24 Nominees for Women’s categories as Awards Ceremony edges closer

The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) has unveiled the list of nominees for the women’s categories for the #CAFAwards24, as the much anticipated awards ceremony edges closer. The CAF Awards 2024 will be held on 16 December 2024 in Marrakech, Morocco. Top (10) players have been shortlisted for the coveted CAF Women’s Player of the Year award, ranging from world-class footballers plying their trade both on the continent as well as abroad. The list of nominess for the CAF Women’s Player of the Year crown that is currently held by Asisat Oshoala, includes Sandrine Niyonkuru (Burundi / FC Masar), Tabitha Chawinga (Malawi / Olympique Lyonnais), Temwa Chawinga (Malawi / Kansas City), Sanaa Mssoudy (Morocco / AS FAR), Chiamaka Nnadozi...
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Finalists announced for 2024 World Athletics Photograph of the Year 
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Finalists announced for 2024 World Athletics Photograph of the Year 

The three finalists for the Photograph of the Year award have been selected ahead of the World Athletics Awards 2024. From the 114 images that were submitted, a panel of judges – comprising Valerie Adams, Raquel Cavaco Nunes, Mathieu Forget, Pascal Rondeau and Christian Taylor – narrowed the entries to 11 shortlisted images before deciding on the three finalists. Photographers from 46 countries across all six continental areas submitted entries. The shortlisted images will form part of a digital exhibition on the World Athletics website that will go live later this month. The winning photograph will be announced on World Athletics’ platforms as part of the World Athletics Awards 2024. The finalists Mattia Ozbot Mondo Duplantis in pole vault action at the Par...
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In new video, Olympians discuss impacts of climate change on sport 
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In new video, Olympians discuss impacts of climate change on sport 

• Video release coincides with sport panel at UN Climate Change Conference• Athletics Kenya, supported by Minister of Sport, participates in COP29• Sport’s youngest athletes share strong concerns about the climate crisis, latest World Athletics survey shows  Olympians from across the sport of athletics sounded the climate change alarm in a new video released today to coincide with the COP29 United Nations Climate Change Conference which is currently underway in Baku, Azerbaijan. In 'Becoming a Champion for a Better World: Athlete Messages for COP29', Olympians Eliza McCartney (NZL), Sam Mattis (USA), Ajla Del Ponte (SUI), Rhydian Cowley (AUS) and Elena Vallortigara (ITA) share personal experiences of how climate change has impacted their performance and training, explain what it...
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CAF Technical Study Group announces Best 11 of CAF Women’s Champions League Group Stages
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CAF Technical Study Group announces Best 11 of CAF Women’s Champions League Group Stages

Following the conclusion of the ongoing CAF Women’s Champions League Morocco 2024 group stages, CAF’s Technical Study Group (TSG) has officially released the best-performing eleven (11) players. The CAF TSG comprises various African football experts, including coaches, analysts, and technical advisors. The Best 11 is headlined by four AS FAR players, two each from tournament debutants, Edo Queens as well as FC Masar, while Mamelodi Sundowns, University of the Western Cape (UWC) as well as TP Mazembe make up the final 11. AS FAR shot-stopper Khadija ER-Rmichi, with just one concession in the group stages, rightfully earns the goalkeeper position. AS FAR’s Nouhaila Benzina, alongside Shadia Nankya of FC Masar, make up the central pairing, while Edo Queens’ Cordeila Odoma and Kara...
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Road to the Final Mapped Out for CAF Women’s Champions League Morocco 2024
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Road to the Final Mapped Out for CAF Women’s Champions League Morocco 2024

The CAF Women’s Champions League 2024 semifinals will take place on Tuesday, 19 November in Casablanca and El Jadida. The final four teams have advanced after challenging group stage matches. Here’s what you need to know about their journey to the final and what’s at stake this year.  Semifinal Schedule (GMT):  Tuesday, 19 November 2024   14:00: Edo Queens (Nigeria) vs. TP Mazembe (DR Congo) - Larbi Zaouli Stadium, Casablanca  17:00: ASFAR (Morocco) vs. FC Masar (Egypt) – M’Hamed El Abdi Stadium, El Jadida Road to the Final  - ASFAR (Morocco): The 2022 champions remain unbeaten, topping their group with stellar defensive and attacking performances. They aim to retain their title on home soil.  - TP Mazembe (DR Congo): The Congo...
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Bid evaluation reports for 2030 and 2034 editions of FIFA World Cup published
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Bid evaluation reports for 2030 and 2034 editions of FIFA World Cup published

Bidding FIFA Member Associations exceed minimum hosting requirements Evaluation model incorporates key criteria FIFA Member Associations to determine hosts at Extraordinary FIFA Congress  Following a thorough assessment of each bid, including inspection visits to the bidding countries, FIFA has published the bid evaluation reports for the 2030 and 2034 editions of the FIFA World Cup™, which will be submitted to the Extraordinary FIFA Congress being held by video conference on Wednesday, 11 December 2024 to determine the hosts.The documents reflect the comprehensive evaluation model implemented by FIFA, which incorporates a variety of criteria, ranging from infrastructure, services and commercial aspects to event vision, sustainability, and human rights.The bidding process for bot...
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