FranceThe Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will expand to 28 teams starting with the 2027 edition, according to CAF President Patrice Motsepe. The tournament will be co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda from June 19 to July 17, 2027. This expansion follows a previous change to hold the event every four years instead of every two. Under the new format, there will be seven groups of four teams, though the qualification process remains to be clarified. Additionally, the prize money for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations has been increased, with the winner receiving $2 million and all 16 qualified teams getting at least $150,000. Motsepe also expressed support for FIFA President Gianni Infantino ahead of his re-election.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about CAF's decision to expand AFCON and outlines the logistical changes without overtly positive or negative language. It includes quotes from CAF President Patrice Motsepe but does not frame the announcement in a clearly left or right-leaning perspective. S
