AFCON 2027 final set for July 17 as CAF keeps host nations under wraps

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the final of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 will be played on Saturday, 17 July 2027, while the tournament’s opening match is scheduled for Saturday, 19 June 2027.

However, CAF has yet to disclose which country will stage the opening match and host the final, stating that the decision will be announced “in due course,” keeping anticipation high across the continent as preparations continue for Africa’s premier football competition.

The tournament will span nearly a month, bringing together the continent’s top national teams in what is expected to be another highly competitive edition of AFCON.

The scheduling places the competition firmly in the heart of the 2027 international football calendar, allowing for maximum participation from Europe-based African stars.

While host nations for key fixtures remain undisclosed, CAF is expected to provide further details on venues, group stage logistics, and organisational arrangements as planning advances.

AFCON 2027 is already generating significant interest, with federations across Africa preparing for qualification campaigns and supporters eagerly awaiting clarity on where the continent’s biggest football moments will unfold.