The Confederation of African Soccer (CAF) has formally named Egypt because the host nation for the 2025 Beneath-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
This announcement was made in an announcement launched on Thursday night, marking a major growth within the preparation for the under-20 AFCON.
Initially, Côte d’Ivoire was slated to host the age-grade competitors, scheduled to happen from April 26 to Might 18, 2025. Nonetheless, only one month earlier than the occasion, Côte d’Ivoire withdrew from its internet hosting duties, citing “unexpected circumstances” that made it unattainable for them to fulfil the dedication. This sudden change raised issues concerning the event’s future.
In its assertion, CAF expressed appreciation to the Egyptian Soccer Affiliation (EFA) and the Egyptian Authorities for his or her willingness to step in at quick discover.
The soccer physique said, “The Confédération Africaine de Soccer (CAF) at this time awarded the rights to host the TotalEnergies CAF Beneath-20 Africa Cup of Nations 2025 to the Egyptian Soccer Affiliation and the Egyptian Authorities. This determination follows notifications from the Fédération Ivoirienne de Soccer (FIF) and the Authorities of Côte d’Ivoire that, as a result of unexpected circumstances, they’re unable to host the event.”
Egypt beforehand hosted the 2023 version of the under-20 AFCON with nice success and can as soon as once more tackle the duty of organizing this important event.
The 2025 Beneath-20 AFCON has now been rescheduled to start on April 27, permitting for a decent but manageable timeline for preparation.
When it comes to staff participation, the Flying Eagles of Nigeria have been drawn into Group B of the competitors, the place they’ll face off in opposition to hosts Egypt, in addition to Morocco and South Africa.
To advance, the highest two groups from every group will qualify for the knockout phases, whereas the 2 finest third-placed groups may also safe spots within the quarter-finals.
Notably, the semi-finalists will earn computerized qualification for the 2025 Beneath-20 World Cup, which is about to happen in Chile, including further incentive for groups competing on this essential event.
