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Syli National writes CAF for venue change for Bafana clash over security concerns

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

The Guinean Football Federation has formally requested that CAF move their upcoming 2027 AFCON qualifier against South Africa to a neutral venue, citing safety concerns over active anti-migrant protests in the host country.

The Guinean Football Federation (Feguifoot) has formally requested that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) relocate their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against South Africa to a neutral venue.

Guinean football authorities expressed deep concerns regarding the safety of their players and traveling delegation, pointing to the ongoing wave of tense anti-immigrant protests across several South African cities.

According to reports, CAF has acknowledged receipt of the official correspondence from Feguifoot and is currently reviewing the security implications before making a final decision.

The highly anticipated Group D match is part of the opening rounds of the continental qualifiers, and Guinea insists that playing on neutral territory is the only way to guarantee a secure environment for the fixture.

Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi is a football journalist whose deep tactical understanding of the game makes him a standout, captivating audiences across print, audio, and video. His poetic background brings a unique rhythm and depth to his work, seamlessly transforming analysis into artistry. With a knack for narration and research, he captures the drama of the game beyond tactics and statistics, making each piece of his; a compelling blend of insight and storytelling.

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