The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has issued a strong condemnation in response to alarming safety and security breaches that marred the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League matches held on November 28, 2025. The games featured ASFAR from Morocco taking on Egypt’s Al Ahly and JS Kabylie from Algeria facing Young Africans from Tanzania.
One of the most shocking incidents occurred during the ASFAR versus Al Ahly match, where an unsettling event unfolded as ASFAR supporters threw a sharp knife targeted at Al Ahly midfielder, Trézéguét. In a disturbing turn of events, when players from Al Ahly attempted to present this dangerous object to match officials, ASFAR players reportedly made frantic efforts to retrieve and hide the knife, raising serious concerns about the sportsmanship and safety protocols in place at the event.
The JS Kabylie versus Young Africans match, which concluded without any goals (0-0), was not without its own issues. Reports indicate that tensions escalated in the stands as fans exchanged insults and vulgar language, further highlighting a troubling atmosphere that deviated from the spirit of fair competition and mutual respect.
In light of these incidents, CAF has stated that both occurrences will be thoroughly investigated by the CAF Disciplinary Board. The governing body emphasized the urgent need for enhanced security measures at matches to protect players, officials, and fans alike. CAF’s commitment to ensuring a safe environment during its competitions is paramount, and it seeks to address these breaches with the seriousness they deserve.
As the reputation of African football continues to be scrutinized, CAF’s swift action in investigating these incidents will be closely watched by fans, stakeholders, and governing bodies worldwide. The future of the sport in Africa depends on maintaining integrity both on and off the field, and CAF is determined to uphold these standards in the wake of such troubling events.
