Ghanaian football legend Abedi Pele has been named as a special guest for the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) “AFCON Winning Captains’ Roundtable,” set to take place on Saturday in Abidjan.
The event, scheduled as part of the lead-up to the CAF Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2023 final match on Sunday, aims to provide a platform for past tournament-winning captains to share their insights and experiences.
Following the Final Matchday-1 Press conference, the roundtable is anticipated to foster a unique atmosphere for the media in preparation for Sunday’s final showdown.
Among the distinguished list of captains attending are notable football figures such as Roger Milla of Cameroon (1988), Gadji Celi of Côte d’Ivoire (1992), Kanu Nwankwo of Nigeria (1994), and others spanning various editions of the tournament.
Abedi Pele, the special guest representing Ghana, adds further prestige to the event with his renowned contributions to African football.
The event is scheduled for Saturday, 10 February 2024, at the Main Media Centre (Palais de la Culture, Abidjan), from 13:00 – 14:30. The event will be hosted by Mark Gleeson and Katty Toure, and will be followed by mixed zone interviews from 14:30 – 15:00.
The “AFCON Winning Captains’ Roundtable” promises to be an insightful gathering, offering a retrospective look at the rich history and significance of the tournament through the eyes of its esteemed participants, including Abedi Pele as the special guest representing Ghana.
