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Gianni Infantino

Revolutionary new plans are being proposed for the future of African football as FIFA president Gianni Infantino suggests a dramatic overhaul to invigorate the continent’s prospects, with the beleaguered Confederation of African Football scurrying to keep up.

It includes a change to the frequency of the Africa Cup of Nations finals, which has already had its immediate dates altered; the creation of an African “Super League”; professionalisation of referees; and much more competition at all levels for men and women.

These ideas come after a six-month stint in

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