The Creation of the CAF Confederation Cup 

The CAF Confederation Cup is an African football club competition that was first held in 2004. It was created to provide a second-tier competition for African football clubs, giving them the opportunity to compete in an international tournament.

Inaugural Winners and Early Popularity

The CAF Confederation Cup is open to teams that finish in the top spots of their national leagues, as well as teams that are eliminated from the CAF Champions League at various stages of the tournament.

TP Mazembe Makes History

The inaugural edition of the competition was won by Moroccan club FAR Rabat, who defeated AS Vita Club of the Democratic Republic of Congo in the final. The competition was well received by fans, and has grown in popularity over the years.

North African Dominance

One of the most memorable moments in the history of the CAF Confederation Cup came in 2010, when Congolese club TP Mazembe won the tournament for the first time. In doing so, they became the first African club to win both the CAF Champions League and the CAF Confederation Cup, cementing their status as one of the continent's top clubs.

Successful Clubs in the CAF Confederation Cup

In recent years, North African clubs have dominated the competition, with Egyptian club Al Ahly winning the tournament a record three times. Other successful clubs include Moroccan side FUS Rabat, who have won the tournament twice, and Tunisian club CS Sfaxien, who have also won the competition twice.

The Value of the Competition for African Football Clubs

The CAF Confederation Cup provides a valuable platform for African football clubs to compete at an international level and gain valuable experience. The winner of the competition earns the right to compete in the CAF Super Cup, where they play against the winner of the CAF Champions League in a one-off match.

The CAF Confederation Cup: An Important Platform for African Football

Overall, the CAF Confederation Cup has become an important competition in African football, offering clubs the chance to compete against some of the best teams on the continent and establish themselves as top contenders.