The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled a newly redesigned trophy and a refreshed visual identity for its flagship club competition, the CAF Champions League. The reveal took place on Thursday at the headquarters of TotalEnergies in Johannesburg, signalling a new era for African club football.
This is the fifth iteration of the coveted silverware, a symbol of excellence for clubs across the continent. With a sleek and modern design, the new trophy is set to be handed to the winners of the 2025 CAF Champions League—either South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns or Egypt’s Pyramids FC—following their two-legged final.
The first leg of the final will be hosted by Sundowns on Saturday, 24 May, at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Tshwane, South Africa. The return leg is scheduled for 1 June at the Al-Difaâ Al-Jawi Stadium in Cairo, Egypt. Whichever side emerges victorious will etch its name into history as the first club to lift the newly-minted trophy.
Beyond the silverware, there’s a significant financial incentive. CAF has confirmed that the Champions League winners will receive US$4 million, while the runners-up will take home US$2.5 million.
As part of the celebrations, the new trophy will tour media houses across Johannesburg on Thursday and Friday, allowing fans and journalists alike to get a closer look at what’s at stake.
CAF’s unveiling is more than a cosmetic change. It reflects a broader ambition—to raise the profile and prestige of African club competitions, both on the continent and globally. The new identity, officials say, is intended to capture the dynamism, diversity, and competitive spirit that define African football.
“This reflects our goals and bold steps toward an exciting African club football environment,” said CAF General Secretary Véron Mosengo-Omba. “We aim to elevate the stature of African competitions to global prominence, strengthen commercial appeal, and inspire a new generation of talent.”
For TotalEnergies, the long-standing sponsor of Africa’s top club tournament, the moment is also about legacy.
“This goes beyond revealing a trophy,” said Olagoke Aluko, Managing Director of TotalEnergies Marketing South Africa. “It’s a celebration of the spirit that unites people across Africa. We are proud to play a role in this journey.”
With anticipation building for the final, all eyes now turn to Tshwane and Cairo, where the new chapter of African football will be written.
