Official: Egypt to host the U-20 AFCON

The new host country for the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations is now known. Just 24 hours after the unexpected withdrawal of Côte d'Ivoire, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially designated Egypt to host this competition, which will begin on April 27 and conclude on May 18, 2025.

Official CAF statement

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has awarded the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) and the Egyptian government the rights to organize the CAF TotalEnergies U20 Africa Cup of Nations 2025. This follows the decision by the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) and the government of Côte d'Ivoire to withdraw from hosting the tournament due to unforeseen circumstances. The Egyptian Football Association and the Egyptian government had previously submitted a bid to host the CAF TotalEnergies U20 Africa Cup of Nations 2025. The opening match of the CAF TotalEnergies U20 Africa Cup of Nations 2025 will be played on Sunday, April 27, 2025, and the final on May 18, 2025.

The Egyptian government and the Egyptian Football Federation have already assured CAF that they are ready to implement all necessary measures to ensure the success of this event. Quality stadiums, enhanced security, and a warm welcome for teams and supporters will be provided to ensure the competition takes place in the best possible conditions.

Aliou Toundé |

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