The TotalEnergies/Ivory Coast 2023 African Cup of Nations (CAN), the largest African sporting event, will be marked by something new: a significant increase in prizes rewarding the performances of the participating teams.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) recently announced a 40% increase in the prize money for the winner of the competition. From now on, the team that wins the 34th edition of the CAN will be awarded an envelope of 7 million dollars.
This significant increase is the result of efforts undertaken by CAF to further promote the competition and support the development of football on the African continent.
CAF President Patrice Motsepe welcomed this decision, stressing that the price increase will benefit all football stakeholders, particularly member federations, in their administrative management and development.
In addition to the winner’s prize, the other participating teams will not be left out. The CAN finalist will now receive $4 million, while the semi-finalists will each pocket $2.5 million. The quarter-finalist teams will not be left out, with a bonus of $1.3 million for each of them.
This decision to increase prices gives a new dimension to the CAN, placing it at the level of the biggest international competitions.
By offering attractive financial rewards, CAF encourages teams to give their best on the pitch, while creating greater excitement around the competition.
This price increase is also an important step towards increased recognition of African football and its potential on the international stage.
The CAN TotalEnergies/Côte d’Ivoire 2023 therefore promises to be an exciting competition, with financial stakes higher than ever. The participating teams will be keen to surpass themselves to hope to win the prestigious African Cup of Nations and secure a place in the history of African football.
Football is a powerful lever for bringing people together and showcasing the talent of African players. By upgrading the CAN prices, CAF is giving a strong boost to the development of football on the continent, offering new opportunities to young talents and strengthening the appeal of the discipline.
We will be sure to closely follow this competition, which promises to be intense and full of surprises. See you in 2023 to live to the rhythm of the TotalEnergies CAN/Ivory Coast and celebrate the talents of African football.