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AFCON Cycle Changes to Every Two Years

Updated 2026-10-30 10:20 UTC 1 source Neutral

The African Cup of Nations (AFCON) will now be held every two years, starting in 2027. The decision by CAF reverses the previous quadrennial cycle and will host tournaments in 2028, 2031, and 2033.

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Al Jazeera

AFCON returns to 2-year cycle after CAF reverses quadrennial decision

Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will cohost the next AFCON in 2027, with subsequent tournaments in 2028, 2031 and 2033.

2026-10-30 09:57 UTC