Algeria Withdraws from the Race to Organize CAN 2025 and 2027 (OFFICIAL) – Media7
A twist in the world of African football: Algeria officially announced its withdrawal from competition to host the African Cup of Nations (CAN) in 2025 and 2027.
This decision, revealed during a televised statement by the president of the Algerian Football Federation (FAF), Walid Sadi, shakes up the forecasts and opens a new chapter in the race to organize these prestigious competitions.
An Unexpected Strategic Retreat
The withdrawal of Algeria, which had expressed a clear interest in organizing the 2025 and 2027 editions of the CAN, took the football world by surprise. In an eloquent speech, Walid Sadi declared: “Algeria officially withdraws its candidacy to host the African Cups of Nations in 2025 and 2027.” The precise reasons behind this decision still remain mysterious.
Uncertainty Hangs Over Future Hosts
This announcement comes just a few hours before the long-awaited announcement of the host countries for the 2025 and 2027 editions of the CAN by the Confederation of African Football (CAF). CAF President Patrice Motsepe is expected to make this major revelation tomorrow, September 27, at the end of the CAF Executive Committee meeting. This last-minute upset portends intense competition among the remaining candidates.
A Context of Fierce Competition
Algeria, previously in the running for the organization of CAN 2025 against Morocco, Zambia, as well as the Nigeria-Benin duo, had seen its candidacy in the spotlight. Morocco was widely favored to host this prestigious event. As for CAN 2027, Algeria presented a joint candidacy with Botswana, Egypt, Senegal, Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, promising a fierce competition.
Repercussions to be expected
Algeria’s unexpected withdrawal raises questions about future implications. How will CAF react to this last-minute announcement, and who will be designated as the future host of the 2025 and 2027 editions of the CAN? Speculation is rife, and tension is mounting as this crucial announcement approaches.
In short, Algeria surprised the world of African football by withdrawing from the competition for the organization of CAN 2025 and 2027. This turnaround opens the way to new perspectives in the race to host these tournaments. fame. The wait is becoming more and more unbearable as the official announcement by CAF approaches, which could well determine the future of these major competitions in Africa. Stay tuned for all the latest news.
