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When is Africa Cup of Nations 2027?
Africa Cup of Nations 2027 is on Saturday, June 19, 2027 — that's 302 days (43 weeks) from today.
Below you'll find the exact date, the day of the week, a live countdown, and everything you need to plan ahead — plus a free iPhone widget that keeps Africa Cup of Nations on your home screen.
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Africa Cup of Nations 2027 Dates & Schedule
| Date | June 19 – July 17, 2027 |
|---|---|
| Status | Confirmed |
| Day of week | Saturday |
| Countdown | 302 days (43 weeks) |
| Venue | Stadiums across Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda |
| Location | Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda |
| Tickets | Not yet on sale; opening-match and final hosts still to be named |
| What may change | CAF has confirmed the start and final dates. The countries that will host the opening match and the final are still to be announced. |
| Source | CAF |
| Source checked | July 27, 2026 |
AFCON 2027 starts Saturday, June 19 and the final is Saturday, July 17. Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda co-host. CAF has not yet said which country gets the opening match or the final.
Use June 19 for the tournament start. Recheck CAF before you book travel, because the opening and final venues are still to be named.
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Open page →About Africa Cup of Nations
The Africa Cup of Nations 2027 runs from Saturday, June 19 to Saturday, July 17. Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda co-host. CAF will name the opening-match and final host countries later.
History & Significance
AFCON is Africa's men's national-team championship. The 2027 edition is the first hosted by three countries and the first in East Africa since Ethiopia in 1976.
Africa Cup of Nations 2027: Frequently Asked Questions
When is Africa Cup of Nations 2027?
Africa Cup of Nations 2027 is on Saturday, June 19, 2027 — 302 days from today. You can track it with a free countdown widget on your iPhone home screen using the Outside app.
What day of the week is Africa Cup of Nations 2027?
Africa Cup of Nations 2027 falls on a Saturday. Knowing the weekday helps you plan time off, travel, or weekend activities around the date.
How long until Africa Cup of Nations 2027?
Africa Cup of Nations 2027 is 43 weeks away — roughly 11 months from now. That's plenty of time to plan ahead.
Is there a free Africa Cup of Nations countdown app?
Yes. Outside is a free iPhone app with a Africa Cup of Nations countdown widget for your home screen, plus reminder alerts and calendar sync. Used by 300k+ people.
Why should I count down to Africa Cup of Nations?
A countdown keeps Africa Cup of Nations 2027 visible so you can plan ahead instead of being caught off guard. It is an easy way to prepare, remind others, and avoid a last-minute rush.
How can I keep track of Africa Cup of Nations?
The free Outside app lets you add Africa Cup of Nations as a home screen countdown widget on your iPhone, with reminder alerts and calendar sync so the date is always in front of you.
Can I share a Africa Cup of Nations countdown with friends?
Yes. With the Outside app you can share a Africa Cup of Nations countdown so friends and family are counting down to the same date together.
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