CAN 2027 Qualifiers: 48 Teams Compete for 24 Spots, Kicking Off on September 24

The CAN 2027 qualifiers will start on September 24, 2026, with 48 teams divided into 12 groups. The final phase will take place in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, marking a historic first for these three countries. Sports infrastructure has been enhanced, including the new Talanta Stadium in Kenya, and the tournament returns to East Africa after more than fifty years. Opening matches include Ivory Coast against Ghana and Cameroon facing Comoros.