The draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN 2027) took place on May 20, 2026, in Nairobi, Kenya. The tournament, originally scheduled for 2027, will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
In a highly anticipated group, defending champions Ivory Coast were placed in Group B alongside Ghana, Angola, and Botswana. This group is widely considered the 'Group of Death' due to the strong rivalry between Ivory Coast and Ghana, both former champions.
Ivory Coast won the 2023 CAN title, while Ghana has not won since 1982. Angola and Botswana are seen as underdogs but could cause upsets. The tournament will feature 24 teams for the first time, with matches spread across the three host nations.
