Edo Queens are set to earn about N251 million ($150,000) for their debut appearance in the CAF Women’s Champions League Morocco 2024.
This was revealed in a statement published on the website of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Thursday.
According to the continental football body, the guaranteed sum is part of an increased prize pool, reflecting CAF’s commitment to the growth of women’s football across Africa.
Under the leadership of Dr. Patrice Motsepe, CAF introduced the Women’s Champions League in 2021, and since then, the competition has steadily grown in prestige and financial reward. This year’s total prize fund stands at $2.35 million, a 52% increase from previous editions.
The stakes are high, with the winner walking away with $600,000 (N1.005 billion), while the runner-up will earn $400,000 (N670 million). Teams finishing third and fourth in the group stage will receive $200,000 (N335 million) and $150,000, respectively.
Edo Queens, drawn in Group B alongside defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns, Tutankhamun of Egypt, and Ethiopia’s CBE FC, will hope to surpass expectations and advance to the knockout rounds, where the rewards are even greater.
According to the statement, CAF’s investment in women’s football also includes a focus on youth development, with plans to establish academies for boys and girls across the continent.
Motsepe said this initiative aims to nurture the next generation of football talent while ensuring that African competitions remain attractive and competitive on a global scale.
CAF WOMEN’S CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PRIZE MONEY BREAKDOWN:
- Winner: USD 600 000
- Runner up: USD 400 000
- 3rd Place: USD 350 000
- 4th Place: USD 300 000
- 3rd of the Group: USD 200 000 each
- 4th of the Group: USD 150 000 each
Bold Sports had earlier reported that CAF also introduced participation prize for all teams which took part in the preliminary stage of the men’s Champions League and Confederation Cup with the four Nigerian club sides participating in CAF continental competitions this year—Enugu Rangers, Remo Stars, Enyimba, and Elkanemi Warriors—each earning at least $50,000 (~N80m).
Enyimba who are through to the group stage of the Confederation Cup are guaranteed at least $400,000.
CAF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE
| Position | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| Winner | $4m |
| Runner-up | $2m |
| Semi-finalists | $1.2m |
| Quarterfinalists | $900,000 |
| 3rd in Group | $700,000 |
| 4th in Group | $700,000 |
CAF CONFEDERATION CUP
| Position | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| Winner | $2m |
| Runner-up | $1m |
| Semi-finalists | $750,000 |
| Quarterfinalists | $550,000 |
| 3rd in Group | $400,000 |
| 4th in Group | $400,000 |
