Overview of the AFCON 2027 Qualifiers Draw
The journey towards the AFCON 2027, which will take place in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, has officially commenced. The draw for the qualification rounds was held in Cairo, Egypt, on Tuesday, unveiling the fate of 48 nations that have been divided into 12 distinct groups, with four teams each. The competition is fierce, as only the top two teams from each group will advance to the final tournament, while the groups featuring the co-hosting nations will have just one qualification spot available.
Key Highlights from the Draw
Both Senegal and Morocco, who were finalists in the previous AFCON 2025, received favorable group placements in this draw. Senegal’s Teranga Lions are set to compete in Group J, where they will face Mozambique, Sudan, and Ethiopia, while Morocco's Atlas Lions will be in Group A alongside Gabon, Niger, and Lesotho. Additionally, Group C will showcase a thrilling matchup between two nations that are gearing up for the 2026 World Cup: Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana. These matchups promise to deliver exciting football as teams vie for their chance to shine on the continental stage.
The qualification matches are scheduled to take place from September to November 2026, leading up to the final tournament, which will be held from June 19 to July 18, 2027. This timeline sets the stage for intense competition as nations strive to secure their place in one of Africa's most prestigious football events.
As reported by sofoot.com.
