CAF President Patrice Motsepe has confirmed that Africa's biggest names will be at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) next year in Morocco and has no concerns they will be dissuaded to participate by European clubs and governing bodies. Speaking to the podcast recently in London, just after CAF held discussions with Saudi Arabia about future investment on the continent, Motsepe opened up about the importance of having the confederation on a sound financial footing. To start the pod though we look back at the eventful CAF Executive meeting in Nairobi, and give you our takeaways. Hosts: Alasdair Howorth and Zayn Nabbi Guest: Patrice Motsepe (CAF President) #caf #africa #ucl Follow us on IG: @otw_podcastFollow us on Twitter: @otw_podcastLike us on Facebook: On The Whistle PodcastShow Notes 01:45 - CAF accidentally goes live on YouTube 05:45 - Kenya President gives guarantees country can host event in 2027 08:00 - Women's AFCON to be hosted in SA? 11:00 - Patrice Motsepe opens up on Saudi investment 15:15 - Looking to secure CAF's financial future 16:50 - Motsepe says Africa's stars based in Europe will be in Morocco19:45 - Rights group critical of Saudi investment in sport 22:45 - Is there snobbery towards Saudi investment? 26:30 - Will UEFA, ECA and top European clubs block African stars from AFCON? Duration: 32:00 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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