2027 AFCON Qualifiers Draw Completed
The draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers was held on May 19, 2026, in Cairo.
May 19, 2026
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The draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers took place on May 19, 2026, in Cairo, Egypt. The tournament is scheduled to be hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
According to the Confederation of African Football (CAF), 48 teams were divided into 12 groups of four. The group winners and runners-up will qualify for the final tournament, joining the three co-hosts.
Notable groups include Group A with Senegal, Burkina Faso, and South Sudan, and Group B featuring Morocco, Gabon, and Central African Republic. The qualifiers are set to begin in September 2026.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
When was the draw for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers held?
The draw took place on May 19, 2026, in Cairo, Egypt.
Which countries are co-hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations?
Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda are the co-hosts for the 2027 AFCON.
How many teams are competing in the qualifiers?
48 teams are divided into 12 groups of four, with group winners and runners-up advancing to the final tournament.
