Rabat, Dec 25, 2025 (AFP) - Mali coach Saintfiet hits out at European clubs, FIFA over AFCON changes

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2025-12-25

Mali coach Tom Saintfiet on Thursday railed against the decision to play the Africa Cup of Nations every four years instead of two, insisting the move was forced upon the continent by FIFA and European clubs motivated by money. "I am very shocked with it and very disappointed. It is the pride of African football, with the best players in African football," the Belgian told reporters in Rabat ahead of Friday's AFCON clash between Mali and Morocco.......

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