The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced that the TotalEnergies CAF Super Cup 2024 will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on September 27, 2024, at 21:00 local time.
The match will feature Egyptian powerhouses Al Ahly and Zamalek, promising an exciting showdown between the long-standing rivals.
CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe met with Turki Al Sheikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) in London to discuss preparations for the event and explore further partnership opportunities. Dr. Motsepe expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration with Saudi Arabia and thanked Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for supporting African football.
The decision to host the Super Cup in Saudi Arabia reflects the growing global appeal of African football. The event's immense popularity is evident, with all tickets selling out within an hour of release. The match will be broadcast internationally, showcasing the quality and competitiveness of African football to a worldwide audience.
African football is warming its ties with Saudi Arabia. Turki Al Sheikh and Dr. Patrice Motsepe
In his talk with the press, Dr. Motsepe thanked Mohamed bin Salman (MBS): “CAF is excited about its TotalEnergies CAF Super Cup 2024 Partnership with Saudi Arabia. On behalf of the Football Federations that represent 54 countries in Africa and are members of CAF, I would like to thank the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, His Excellency Mohammed bin Salman, for his support and partnership with CAF and African Football.
This high-profile fixture will be a key attraction during Riyadh Season 2024, adding to the city's recent success in hosting major sporting events that have garnered significant international attention.
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