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“It is a great honour to be involved in the CAF Champions League draw. I am very happy with the way CAF President, Dr Patrice Motsepe has worked to take African football forward. He has brought vision, structure and belief to CAF and you can feel the difference. This competition showcases the best of African football. I never had the chance to play in an African league, but when I look at how much it has grown and how well clubs are managed today, it makes me proud.”
The former Arsenal and Barcelona midfielder also applauded the consistency and forward-thinking approach of Mamelodi Sundowns.
“Mamelodi Sundowns have built a clear model and blueprint for success. Everything about the Club—from its structure to its style of play—shows long-term planning and smart investment. They have world-class facilities and top coaches. It is no surprise they continue to lead South African football and compete fiercely on the Continent. They truly deserve to be mentioned among Africa’s elite.”
Drawing on his own illustrious career, Song reflected on the differences and similarities between football in Europe and Africa—and how the gap is closing fast.
“In Europe, clubs invest a lot of money, so it is easier to build strong systems. But what is exciting is how quickly Africa is catching up. CAF, under Dr Motsepe, has been doing an incredible job in raising standards and providing opportunities. You can see it in the quality of football and the professionalism of clubs. When we saw the last World Cup, we saw African teams like Morocco reach the semifinals, which shows the progress. The future is very bright for African football.”
When asked what message he would share with young African players dreaming of playing in Europe or shining in the CAF Champions League, Song’s words carried both wisdom and encouragement.
“You have to be disciplined to achieve your dreams. Talent alone is never enough. You must work hard every single day. When I was young, I watched so many players on TV and wanted to be like them, but I realised that what separates the great ones is mentality. Believe in yourself, stay humble, and never stop learning. If you dream of playing in Europe or for a big Club like Mamelodi Sundowns, focus on your discipline and professionalism. That is what takes you there.”
“Playing at Fenerbahçe’s Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadium was electric. Facing Liverpool at Anfield was unbelievable and those Champions League nights at Highbury were truly special. The atmosphere, the fans, the emotions—those are the moments every footballer dreams of. Each game taught me something and reminded me how fortunate I was to play at the highest level.”
With the CAF Champions League underway, Alex Song’s words serve as both a celebration of progress and a call to action—a reminder that African football is on the rise and its best chapters are still to be written.
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