It is conferred by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

[17] The team of the year award was organized by CAF since 2010.

Replaced by African Inter-Club Player of the Year (Based in Africa) since 2005.

Previous winners: The 2020 and 2021 CAF awards did not take place due to the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.

[20][21] In order to show solidarity, a friendly match between African Legends took place.