The CAF (Confederation of African Football) reveals this Friday that its president contracted the coronavirus. Ahmad immediately went into isolation for the next 14 days.

“Upon his arrival in Cairo on 28 October, President Ahmad, who had flu-like symptoms, submitted himself to the health protocol. Results today show he is positive to Covid-19.” Reads release.

In all likelihood, the Malgasy contracted the virus in Casablanca during his stay for the final of the Confederation Cup. Furthermore, the CAF calls on those who have contacted the President in recent days to take the necessary precautions.

The news comes out a few days after that of FIFA. The one that also informed about the same health state of its president Gianni Infantino.