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#CDHKenya | COMESA Competition Commission fines Confédération Africaine De Football (CAF) and beIN Media Group LLC for engaging in anti-competitive business practices In recent weeks, Africa and the world at large have been enthralled by a classical show of sportsmanship like no other through the recently concluded Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). From the majestic rise and fall of Bafana Bafana, South Africa's national team, to the grace-to-grass story of the Nigerian Super Eagles and the trumpeting victory of the Ivorian Elephants at the finals, the AFCON has so truly entered the realm of the fabulous, but in this podcast, Kevin Kipchirchir and Lemmy Ndirangu focus outside the pitch. Outside the spectacle and fanfare, the COMESA Competition Commission fined CAF and beIN Media Group LLC USD 300 000 each for engaging in anti-competitive business practices contrary to Article 16(1) of the COMESA Competition Regulations. Kevin Kipchirchir and Lemmy Kamau (Ndirangu) delve into this conversation. Listen here - https://bit.ly/3URRnL4 #CDHConversations #competitionlaw #kenya #competitioncommission

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Transforming African football: AFCON's influence on European clubs The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has always been a celebrated event, but its impact on European football is more profound than ever. As the tournament kicks off, European clubs are bracing for the absence of key players. Our analysis dives into the effects of AFCON, particularly focusing on the squad value of participating players and the challenges faced by European clubs. 1: How does the squad value of players attending AFCON affect European clubs? European clubs experience a significant impact when their high-valued players leave for AFCON. The absence of these players, often crucial to the team's performance, can lead to strategic vulnerabilities and potentially affect their league standings. 2: Which European club is most affected when looking at a single player? SSC Napoli faces a substantial impact with Victor Osimhen, valued at €134.3 million, joining AFCON. His absence is particularly felt as he is Napoli's top scorer, adding pressure on the club during crucial Serie A fixtures. 3: What challenges do smaller clubs face during AFCON? Smaller clubs like FC Metz suffer disproportionately as they lose a significant portion of their squad value. For instance, Metz is missing about 42% of its total squad value due to players participating in AFCON, which could severely impact their performance, especially in critical relegation battles. 4: How are clubs like Olympique de Marseille and VfB Stuttgart uniquely impacted by AFCON? Marseille, with seven players valued at over €84 million, and Stuttgart, missing their top-scorer Serhou Guirassy, illustrate that the impact is not just about player numbers but also about the quality and importance of the players absent due to AFCON commitments. 💡 Learn More The 34th edition of AFCON not only showcases the rising stardom of African players but also puts a spotlight on the interconnectedness of African and European football. With 62% of AFCON players representing European clubs, the tournament underscores the growing influence of African football on the global stage. For a more detailed analysis and insights into how AFCON is reshaping club dynamics in Europe, dive into our full article. 🌍⚽ #SportsBusiness #PlayerValuation #Football #SportsBiz #Finance #Data #Intelligence

The abundance of foreign-based talent at AFCON is a major attraction, yes! But is the over-reliance on foreign-based players (much to the exclusion of locally-based players) hurting domestic football in Africa? My take in this edition of #FootballIssues: give local players a quota in national teams! Here's why ⬇ #AFCON2024 #FootballGovernance https://lnkd.in/eymuBdB5

💰Discover the financial juggernauts of African football! Our latest report by the LIMA Partners Sports, Media, and Entertainment desk delves into the staggering earnings of the highest-paid players and coaches, alongside the record-breaking prize money at the African Cup of Nations (AFCON). Explore the lucrative world of football economics and its implications for Ivory Coast and beyond. #AFCON #FootballEconomics #HighestPaid 🌟🏆

The AFCON 2024 in Ivory Coast is proving that African football is getting better and more exciting. Even teams that are not usually expected to win are doing really well. One reason for this improvement is that African players born and raised in other countries, especially Europe, are joining African teams. These players bring more skill and quality to the tournament. Now, even teams that people thought were not strong are showing they can compete. This mixing of players from different places is not just good for the tournament; it also helps African players get better by learning from others. European clubs looking for talented players in Africa is like making friends from different places. So, the AFCON 2024 is not just a football tournament. It's like a big party where everyone brings something special, making African football even more exciting for everyone to enjoy.

• How did he become Mesut Özil's agent and how could he contribute to his development? • What does he think is essential for a successful football agent? • Why did he move from Europe to the United States? • What are the differences between the European and the American market? • What does he think about the FIFA Football Agent Regulations? András Konczer asked sports lawyer Dr. Erkut Sogut LL.M., who you can meet as a recurring speaker at next week's Football Forum Hungary conference, about these and many other interesting topics! sportsmarketing.hu readers can register for the event with a 10% discount, using the following code: SMHU10 You will find all the details in the interview!

💡⚽️ Insight of the week ⚽️💡 In 1999, a crucial turning point for club football occurred when ENIC's ownership of both AEK and Sparta led to a UEFA investigation. This was triggered when both clubs qualified for European competition, raising potential conflicts of interest. As a result, a new rule was implemented that prevented two clubs with the same majority shareholders from facing each other in the same European competition. At the time, this was a somewhat unusual scenario. However, the succeeding years have seen an increase in instances where a single entity owns multiple clubs, turning this once-oddity into a global phenomenon. Consequently, this has ignited further discussions and investigations into club ownership rules and regulations. Should it be the same in women's football or if the rules were 'adjusted' for a period would this allow more money to flow into the women's game and create a better product? I'd love to hear your thoughts 👇👇👇