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Breaking: Ex-CAF president dies at 77
The former Confederation of African Football (CAF) president, Issa Hayatou has been confirmed dead.
Hayatou died on Thursday in Paris at the eve of his 78th birthday.
Born on August 9, 1946, in Garoua, Cameroon, Hayatou was not only a former footballer but also one of the most influential sports administrators in Africa.
He served as the President of CAF from 1988 until March 2017, a period during which African football experienced significant growth and global recognition.
His tenure at CAF saw the expansion of the Africa Cup of Nations, the inclusion of more African teams in the FIFA World Cup, and the strengthening of football infrastructure across the continent.
Hayatou also held the position of interim President of FIFA from October 2015 to February 2016, stepping in after the suspension of Sepp Blatter.
His brief leadership at FIFA came during one of the most turbulent times in the organization’s history, yet he managed to steer it through a crucial period with his characteristic calm and authority.
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