The money on the table: Super Eagles B's CHAN 2024 earning potential
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The money on the table: Super Eagles B's CHAN 2024 earning potential

The money on the table: Super Eagles B's CHAN 2024 earning potential

Izuchukwu Akawor • Izuchukwu Akawor • 14:22 - 03.08.2025

A complete breakdown of the CAF CHAN 2024 prize money structure and potential earnings for Nigeria's Super Eagles B team based on tournament performance.

As the CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) PAMOJA 2024 kicks off with historic excitement across Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda, Nigerian fans are also eyeing the financial rewards their home-based Super Eagles B team could gain through a strong tournament run.

In a landmark move, CAF has dramatically increased the prize money for the 2024 edition, elevating the prestige and stakes of Africa’s flagship competition exclusively for players active in their domestic leagues.

The winners of CHAN 2024 will receive a whopping USD 3.5 million (about ₦3 billion), a 75% increase from previous editions. This follows CAF’s announcement that the overall prize pool has surged by 32% to USD 10.4 million (nearly ₦9 billion).

The breakdown of the prize money is as follows:

  • Champions: USD 3.5 million

  • Runners-up: USD 1.2 million

Eric Chelle will hope to deliver Nigeria's first-ever CHAN title.
Eric Chelle will hope to deliver Nigeria's first-ever CHAN title.
  • Third place: USD 700,000

  • Fourth place: USD 600,000

  • Quarterfinalists: USD 450,000 each

Nigeria’s Super Eagles B, returning to CHAN after a six-year absence and drawn in a tough Group D alongside Senegal, Congo, and Sudan, have their eyes set on challenging for the title and the record prize money on offer.

With each match offering not only sporting glory but significant financial incentives, strong performances could mean sizable earnings that would benefit the squad and boost Nigerian domestic football's profile.

Super Eagles of Nigeria Team B play 2-2 draw with Zanzibar in Pre-CHAN Friendly (Photo Credit - Official54fx)

This year’s tournament also marks a historic milestone, with three nations co-hosting CHAN for the first time, a testament to the growing prominence of African football. 

Tanzania and Burkina Faso have already kicked off the event, setting the stage for an intense and highly competitive championship.

For Nigerian football fans, the combination of massive prize money and the chance to showcase home-based talents like the Super Eagles B provides an exciting narrative for CHAN 2024.

As the tournament unfolds, all eyes will be on the Super Eagles B under Eric Chelle to see how far they can go — and how much they can earn, in pursuit of continental excellence.

Eric Chelle (s-r) with the Super Eagles B coaches led by Daniel Ogunmodede (second left).
Eric Chelle (s-r) with the Super Eagles B coaches led by Daniel Ogunmodede (second left) and his friend Fidelis Ilechukwu

Summary:

  • Prize money up 75% for winners to USD 3.5 million (₦3 billion)

  • The total prize pool increased to USD 10.4 million

  • Nigeria competes in Group D with Senegal, Congo, and Sudan

  • Historic first-time tri-nation hosting by Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda

  • Super Eagles B aiming to capitalise on the financial boost and title chance

CAF’s CHAN 2024 promises not only thrilling football but financial rewards that could transform the fortunes of Nigeria’s home-based football stars, making every match a high-stakes battle on and off the pitch.