Top 5 Best Africa’s Best Football Clubs (2023/2024) According to CAF
African football has a rich history and is known for its passionate fanbase, talented players, and competitive clubs. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) annually ranks the top football clubs in Africa based on their performance in various competitions. As we enter the 2023/2024 season, let’s take a look at the top 10 football clubs in Africa according to CAF’s latest rankings.
Al Ahly (Egypt 🇪🇬)
Al Ahly, based in Cairo, Egypt, is widely regarded as one of the most successful football clubs in Africa. The club has won the CAF Champions League, Africa’s premier club competition, a record 10 times, with their most recent victory in the 2022/2023 season. Al Ahly also boasts a strong fanbase and has a storied history, making them a perennial powerhouse in African football.
Wydad Casablanca (Morocco 🇲🇦)
Wydad Casablanca, based in Casablanca, Morocco, is another club with a rich tradition in African football. They have won the CAF Champions League twice, with their most recent victory in the 2016/2017 season. Wydad Casablanca is known for its attacking style of play and has a dedicated fanbase that supports the team passionately.
Raja Casablanca (Morocco 🇲🇦)
Raja Casablanca, also based in Casablanca, Morocco, is one of Wydad Casablanca’s biggest rivals. The club has won the CAF Champions League three times, with their most recent victory in the 2018/2019 season. Raja Casablanca is known for its strong defense and has a storied history in African football, making them a formidable opponent on the field.
Esperance de Tunis (Tunisia 🇹🇳)
Esperance de Tunis, based in Tunis, Tunisia, is one of the most successful clubs in African football history. They have won the CAF Champions League four times, with their most recent victory in the 2018/2019 season. Esperance de Tunis is known for its technical and tactical approach to the game, and they have a strong fanbase that supports the team passionately.
Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa 🇿🇦)
Mamelodi Sundowns, based in Pretoria, South Africa, is one of the most successful football clubs in South Africa and Africa. They have won the CAF Champions League once, in the 2016 edition, becoming the first South African club to win the prestigious competition. Mamelodi Sundowns is known for its attacking prowess and has a loyal fanbase that supports the team wholeheartedly.
