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CAF prize money sparks Egypt and Algeria to reconsider CHAN participation

By Sam K Nkurunziza
On 12 January 2025 at 10:19

Egypt and Algeria are rethinking their withdrawal from the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) following the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) decision to increase the total prize money by 75%.

CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced last week that the winner’s prize money had been raised to $3.5 million, sparking discussions in both nations.

Initially, Egypt and Algeria had pulled out of the tournament, citing scheduling conflicts. However, the substantial prize boost has led both countries to call emergency meetings to reassess their decisions.

The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) is reportedly considering sending its U23 team to participate in the tournament, which will be hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Similarly, Algeria is also revisiting its stance and evaluating the possibility of rejoining the competition.
If both countries confirm their participation, the total number of teams in the tournament will rise to 21, promising an even more competitive and dynamic CHAN finals.

CAF’s prize increase has reinvigorated interest in the tournament, demonstrating its commitment to enhancing the profile of African football on the global stage.

Algeria and Egypt meet during a FIFA Arab Cup in 2021. Both teams have renewed their interest in participating in the 2024 CHAN tournament.

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