The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has dispelled stories that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations has been expanded by 4 extra slots.
Media retailers had reported that the forthcoming event to be co-hosted by Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda can have 28 nationwide groups and never 24 as has been the case since 2019 following a press briefing by CAF President Dr. Patrice Motsepe.
“At Wednesday’s press convention, CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe confirmed that the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations in 2027 can have 24 National Teams,” learn a press release on CAF media channels.
“Media stories suggesting in any other case is unfaithful. The AFCON 2027 might be performed in June-July 2027 and the Qualifiers will begin in September/ October 2026.”
At the identical press convention, Motsepe mentioned the preparations for the event are progressing properly.
“Good progress is being made with the preparations for the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON PAMOJA 2027.
“The Government of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda are very a lot dedicated and cooperating with CAF to make sure that the stadiums, coaching services, lodging, transport, security and safety, medical providers, expertise, broadcasting and different infrastructure and services are on the requisite ranges for a profitable AFCON PAMOJA.”
Motsepe additionally confirmed that the internet hosting bids for the subsequent three Afcon tournaments is open and that nations have already submitting their bids.
“CAF has launched the bidding course of for Member Associations fascinated about internet hosting AFCON 2028, 2032 and 2036. The bidding course of is progressing very properly and quite a few thrilling bids have been submitted by potential host nations. Announcements might be made in the end.”
