The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will run from 19 June to 17 July 2027, following confirmation of the tournament window at a high-level meeting held ahead of the 76th FIFA Congress in Vancouver, Canada.
The approval forms part of a broader endorsement of international football calendars across FIFA’s competitions, with officials setting key tournament dates for all confederations in the next cycle.
The continental showpiece will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, marking a historic milestone as East Africa prepares to stage the tournament on a shared platform for the first time.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is expected to intensify preparations in the coming months, with the qualifying draw scheduled after the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The qualification campaign is set to begin between September and November.
The expanded competition window is expected to support a full continental schedule as national teams map out their road to the tournament, which is already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated editions in recent memory.
Further details on host cities, venues, and logistical arrangements are expected to be released gradually as the three host nations work closely with CAF and other stakeholders.
Source: Ghanasoccernet
