CAF Increases Champions League Winner's Prize to $6 Million, Confederation Cup Winner's Prize to $4 Million

T.E (Elbotola)

26 February 2026at21:06

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced an increase in the prize money allocated to the winner and runner-up in its club competitions, effective from the current 2025/2026 season.

CAF clarified that the financial prize for the winner of the CAF Champions League competition will rise from $4 million to $6 million, while the runner-up will receive $2 million.

In the CAF Confederation Cup, the African Football Confederation has decided to double the winner's prize from $2 million to $4 million, with the runner-up receiving $1 million.

It is worth noting that Moroccan football will be represented by two clubs in each continental competition starting from the quarter-finals, with AS FAR and RS Berkane competing in the Champions League, and Wydad AC and Olympique Safi participating in the Confederation Cup.

Q&A

What did CAF announce regarding prize money?

CAF recently announced a significant increase in prize money for its club competitions, effective from the 2025/2026 season. The Champions League winner will now receive $6 million, while the Confederation Cup champion's prize has doubled.

How will the prize money increase affect African club football?

The increased prize money aims to enhance the financial incentives for participating clubs across Africa. With the Champions League winner now earning $6 million and the Confederation Cup winner $4 million, it significantly boosts the stakes for top teams.

When do the new CAF prize money regulations take effect?

The new prize money regulations for the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup are set to take effect starting from the upcoming 2025/2026 season. This means clubs competing in the current campaign will be vying for these enhanced financial rewards.

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