CAN 2027: CAF unveils schedule, here is the kickoff date

The African Football Confederation (CAF) announced that the opening match of CAN 2027 will take place on June 19, 2027, with the final scheduled for July 17, 2027. This edition, co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, will be historic as it is the first to be organized by three countries. The draw for the qualifiers will occur on May 19, 2026, with 48 teams participating in the eliminations divided into 12 groups.