FIFA has taken the file of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final out of the Confederation of African Football’s hands and opened an investigation to ensure the process is free from any potential manipulation.
The move comes amid growing debate in African football circles about how the final venue is being handled, with questions raised over whether the decision-making has been fully transparent.
According to the information revealed, FIFA’s intervention means the final-stage details related to the AFCON showpiece will now be examined under FIFA oversight, away from CAF’s internal channels, as part of a probe aimed at ruling out any irregularities.
The development is expected to increase pressure on CAF officials, with the investigation focusing on the procedures and communications linked to the final, and whether any party attempted to influence the outcome.
FIFA has not issued further public details at this stage, while CAF has yet to respond officially to the latest step.
