Gambian journalist Momodou Bah has arrived in the Moroccan capital, Rabat following his appointment by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as the content creator for the seventh edition of the CAF Futsal Africa Cup of Nations.
The quadrennial tournament which will be held between 11-21 April will see the top three teams qualify for the 2024 FIFA Futsal World Cup, which will be hosted by Uzbekistan.
Bah, who doubles as the Secretary General of Real de Banjul FC will be working on his fifth CAF assignment.
He has worked for the African football governing body at four tournaments before and served the CAF Zone West A (WAFU-A) in similar roles.
Momodou longstanding relationship with CAF’s communications department dates back a decade ago when he started as a freelance contributor for CAFOnline.
He worked as a freelance content creator for the CAF website during the 2015 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations in Senegal and the 2018 African Nations Championship in Morocco before receiving his first CAF delegation appointment for the 2019 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations in Niger.
Speaking to the Alkamba Times, Bah says he is thrilled to bang another assignment.
“It’s an honour and a privilege to be here for the seventh edition of the TotalEnergies CAF Futsal AFCON,” said the former Vibes FM sports presenter.
“I am excited to be joining the team as we work towards delivering a successful tournament.
“Futsal is an exciting and fast pace form of the beautiful game, and I can’t wait to experience it firsthand.
“I would like to thank the CAF communications department for the opportunity and trust to appoint me for another tournament.” Bah added.
The renowned Gambian journalist was in Morocco during the CAF Awards in early December. The kingdom has been a powerhouse football nation, as they are set to host both the African Women’s Cup and the 2024 African Futsal Cup.
Morocco hosted 14 friendly matches between African teams during the month of March.
Eight nations will battle for a spot in Uzbekistan as Morocco is set to defend its title.
Mauritania and Namibia will be making their debut appearance.
Egypt on the other hand has the highest number of appearances (7) and they have lifted the trophy on three different occasions (1996, 2000, and 2004).
