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December 20, 2025
Africa Cup of Nations springs surprise move to every four years
Patrice Motsepe reveals change on eve of tournament
TL;DR
- Africa Cup of Nations will shift to a four-year cycle from 2028.
- An annual African Nations League will be launched in 2029.
- The change aims for financial independence and synchronization with the Fifa calendar.
- The tournament's timing has often caused controversy due to the European club season.
- The 2027 tournament will proceed as planned, followed by the first four-year cycle edition in 2028.
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