CAF-Royal Air Maroc deal may force Algeria to open airspace
Algeria faces a potential diplomatic challenge following an agreement signed on April 19 between the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and Royal Air Maroc (RAM), making the Moroccan airline the exclusive carrier for all CAF competitions.
According to Atalayar, the deal would require Algeria to open its currently closed airspace to RAM flights or potentially face sporting consequences, including possible tournament expulsion or loss of television rights revenue.
The agreement comes as Morocco prepares to host both the 2025 African Cup of Nations and the 2024 Women’s CAN in July 2025. CAF President Patrice Mostepe called the partnership “a historic moment for African football” that will better connect the continent’s 54 member nations.
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