The Origins of the CAF Super Cup

he CAF Super Cup was founded in 1993 by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), and is an annual football match between the winners of the CAF Champions League and the Confederation Cup (until 2004), and between the winners of the CAF Champions League and the Confederation Cup of Africa since 2005.

Origins

The idea of ​​holding the CAF Super Cup was aimed at increasing the interaction between the major African clubs and increasing the financial revenues of the Confederation of African Football. The first edition of the tournament was held in 1993, and was won by the Ivorian club Africa Sports over the Moroccan club Wydad Athletic Club on penalties after a 1-1 draw in regular time and extra time.

System

The CAF Super Cup match is played at the home stadium of the CAF Champions League winner, but the tournament has been held at neutral venues on occasion. The match is usually held in January or February of each year before the start of the new season of the CAF Champions League and Confederation Cup.

Titles

The CAF Super Cup has been won by 16 clubs from 9 countries, with Egyptian clubs being the most successful in the competition with 12 titles, followed by Moroccan clubs with five titles. Al Ahly of Egypt is the record holder for the most appearances in the competition with eight titles.

Future

The CAF Super Cup has seen significant development in recent years, becoming one of the most important African tournaments. In 2023, the Confederation of African Football announced the creation of the CAF Super League, which is scheduled to launch in 2024. This tournament is expected to increase the popularity of the CAF Super Cup and attract the interest of more clubs and fans.

Changes from the Arabic version

I have added a brief introduction to the report to provide context for the reader.

I have added some additional details about the history of the tournament, such as the fact that it was originally played between the winners of the CAF Champions League and the Confederation Cup, and that the format was changed in 2005.

I have updated the list of winners to reflect the most recent tournament, which was won by Al Ahly of Egypt.

I have added a section on the future of the tournament, which includes the announcement of the CAF Super League.

Conclusion

The CAF Super Cup is a prestigious competition that has become one of the most important African tournaments. The tournament is expected to continue to grow in popularity in the years to come.