Confédération Africaine de Football

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The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) is the governing body for football (soccer) in Africa. Football was introduced to Africa in the mid-19th century by Europeans and gained popularity through organized clubs and competitions, especially after World War II. The CAF was established in February 1957 in Khartoum, Sudan, and the first Africa Cup of Nations tournament was held at that time. The organization oversees the development and promotion of football across the continent, including major tournaments like the Africa Cup of Nations.12

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…on Africa slipping away, the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) was established in February 1957 in Khartoum, Sudan, with the first African Cup of Nations tournament also played at that time. Independent African states encouraged football as a means of forging a national identity and generating international recognition.
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…on Africa slipping away, the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) was established in February 1957 in Khartoum, Sudan, with the first African Cup of Nations tournament also played at that time. Independent African states encouraged football as a means of forging a national identity and generating international recognition.
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