CAF Officially Announces AFCON 2027 Opening and Final Dates
T.E (Elbotola)
02 May 2026at14:50
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the dates for the opening and final matches of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, which will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
CAF clarified that the tournament's opening match is scheduled for Saturday, June 19, 2027, with the final set to take place on Saturday, July 17, 2027.
The continental football body also confirmed that the specific country designated to host the opening match and the final will be announced at a later stage, as part of the ongoing organizational arrangements for the competition.
This edition of the Africa Cup of Nations is particularly historic, as it marks the first time the tournament will be organized by three nations from East Africa.
What dates has CAF announced for AFCON 2027?
CAF has announced that the AFCON 2027 opening match will take place on Saturday, June 19, 2027. The final match of the tournament is scheduled for Saturday, July 17, 2027, marking the conclusion of the continental competition.
How is the AFCON 2027 tournament historic?
The AFCON 2027 tournament is historic because it marks the first time the prestigious competition will be jointly organized by three nations from the East African region. This collaborative hosting arrangement represents a significant milestone for African football.
Who will host the opening and final matches of AFCON 2027?
The specific country designated to host the opening match and the final of AFCON 2027 will be announced by CAF at a later stage. This decision is part of the ongoing organizational arrangements for the upcoming continental competition.
