Cote d'Ivoire: 'Afcon U-20 in Trouble As Ivorians Withdraw As Hosts'

A few weeks from the beginning of the U20 African Cup of Nations, scheduled from 26 April to 18 May, Côte d'Ivoire has decided to abandon the organisation of the tournament. The African Confederation (CAF) has therefore decided to...

Cote d'Ivoire: 'Afcon U-20 in Trouble As Ivorians Withdraw As Hosts'

NAIROBI -- The Africa Cup of Nations Under 20 is in jeopardy following reports that Ivory Coast have withdrawn as hosts.

Soccerladuma | CAF Confirm New AFCON Hosts

The Confederation of African Football has confirmed that it has organised a new host nation for the Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations after Ivory Coast pulled out at the last minute.

Cote d’Ivoire Withdraw From U-20 AFCON Hosting

The Standard Gazette Cote d’Ivoire Withdraw From U-20 AFCON Hosting The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) has announced that the country will no longer host the 2025 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations tournament.  In a press release made available to the media, the president of FIF, Yacine Idriss Diallo said:  “By official letter, the Government notified the Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) of the withdrawal of […] The post Cote d’Ivoire Withdraw F…

Egypt to host 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially granted Egypt the hosting rights for the 2025 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations. This follows Cote d’Ivoire’s unexpected withdrawal, opening the door for Egypt, which had previously expressed interest in organizing the event. Known for its football passion, modern infrastructure, and experience in hosting major continental and international tournaments, Egypt is poised to deliver a successful e…

Egypt Poised to Host U-20 AFCON After Cote d’Ivoire Withdrawal

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has offered Egypt the opportunity to host the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations after Cote d’Ivoire withdrew due to government restrictions. With the tournament set for April 26 to May 18, 2025, and serving as a qualifier for the U-20 FIFA World Cup in Chile, CAF has been racing to secure a new host. READ ALSO: WCQ 2026: Nigeria’s Pillar of Sports, Ejidike, Laments Super Eagles’ Loss of Vital Points Against Z…