The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced crucial dates and format changes for the upcoming 2024/25 Interclube season, setting the stage for an exciting year of continental football.
The competition will include the CAF Champions League and the CAF Confederation Cup.
Key dates:
– Preliminary round: matches will take place from 16 to 18 August 2024.
– Group stage: Scheduled from October to December 2024.
– Elimination phase: will take place from March to May 2025 and will culminate with the final.
Participation in the Club:
The 12 highest-ranked member associations can field two clubs each in both competitions. These countries are:
– Algeria, Angola, Ivory Coast, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria, Democratic Republic of the Congo, South Africa, Sudan, Tunisia and Tanzania.
Player registration periods:
To ensure smooth competition, CAF has outlined specific registration windows:
– Preliminary Round: July 1 – July 20, 2024.
– Second Preliminary Round: July 21 – August 31, 2024.
– Group stages: 1 September – 30 September 2024.
– Knockout phase: 1-31 January 2025, allowing up to seven additional players, including four replacements.
Format changes:
A significant change in the format of the competition marks the end of the transition of teams eliminated in the second round of the CAF Champions League to the CAF Confederation Cup. This adjustment is intended to improve the competitiveness and integrity of both tournaments.
CAF’s comprehensive planning for the 2024/25 season ensures that African clubs are well prepared for another exciting year of top-flight football. For more information and updates, please visit CAF’s official website at [www.cafonline.com](http://www.cafonline.com).
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