With the inaugural edition of the African Football League just weeks away, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has boosted the financial incentives for participating clubs.
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Eight clubs, including Nigeria Premier Football League champions Enyimba International, have been selected as pioneers for this groundbreaking competition, SPORTS247.NG reports.
In a recent announcement, CAF revealed an increase in cash rewards for the teams involved, effective from the start of the competition. Instead of the initially planned $500,000 participation fee, all participating teams will now receive $900,000.
As the competition progresses, the stakes get even higher. Semi-finalists will be rewarded with $1.7 million for making it to the final four, while the finalists will earn an impressive $2.8 million.
The African Football League is set to kick off in October, with Enyimba International hosting Wydad Casablanca of Morocco in the first leg.
This enhanced financial incentive is expected to provide further motivation for the participating clubs, fostering increased competitiveness and excitement for the inaugural season.
The African Football League represents a significant development in African football, offering a platform for top clubs to compete and showcase their talent on the continental stage.
With the increased cash rewards, the competition becomes even more enticing, providing an added incentive for clubs to perform at their best and elevate the profile of African club football.
