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AFCON 2021: Update on number of substitutions & Minimum number of players in case of positive COVID-19 tests!

The TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Cameroon 2021 will kick-off tomorrow, January 9. Please be advised of the following: Number of substitute players per match: CAF will apply the five substitutions per match rule during this competition, as follows: Each team will be permitted to use a maximum of five …

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VAR to be used in all 52 Africa Cup of Nations matches for the first time!

For the first time in the history of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, all 52 matches of the competition will use Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in Cameroon starting this weekend. The competition will kick-off on Sunday, January 9, 2022 with hosts Cameroon playing Burkina Faso at 17h00 local time …

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AFCON Poster launched as kick-off time is nigh!

With excitement mounting as Africa’s finest stars prepare to gather for the TotalEnergies African Cup of Nations Cameroon 2021, the Confederation of African Football and the Local Organising Committee has unveiled the vibrant tournament poster in Cameroon today. Symbolising football’s energy and passion – and its ability to unite across …

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Africa Cup of Nations capacity in Cameroon capped between 60% and 80%!

Following extensive consultation with the Cameroon government in the light of the health crisis and the challenges imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic, CAF and the Local Organising Committee have agreed to cap the capacity of the stadiums during the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Cameroon 2021, between 60% and 80%. …

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President of Cameroon & CAF President hold successful meeting in Yaounde!

The President of CAF Dr. Patrice Motsepe held a very constructive and fruitful meeting with the President of the Republic of Cameroon, Paul Biya in Yaoundé, Cameroon on Tuesday, December 21. During the meeting, Dr Motsepe emphasized the importance of the collaboration between the Government of Cameroon, CAF and other …

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AFCON joint media release from CAF, COCAN and FECAFOOT!

The Government of the Republic of Cameroon, CAF and Cameroonian Football Association (FECAFOOT) have reached an agreement on the Covid19 protocols to be implemented at the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations 2021. This was announced by Cameroon Minister of Sport, Professor Narcisse Mouelle Kombi, Minister of Public Health Malachie Manaouda, …

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CAF ExCo receives comprehensive AFCON preparation update focusing on infrastructure readiness!

The CAF Executive Committee met on Monday, October 25 on videoconference chaired by president Dr Patrice Motsepe. TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Cameroon, 2021 report: The Executive Committee received a comprehensive report from the CAF Organising Committee delegation led by Vice President Augustin Senghor and General Secretary, Veron Mosengo-Omba who …

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Africa’s CAF president Dr Motsepe on Cameroon visit: We are on track!

A CAF delegation led by President Dr Patrice Motsepe and General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba visited the stadium that will host the opening match and final of next year’s TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, the Olembe Stadium in Yaoundé. The delegation was joined by Cameroon Sports Minister Professor Narcisse Mouelle Kombi …

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Groups revealed at 2021 AFCON – Cameroon group stage draw!

The TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations – Cameroon 2021 will take place from January 9 to February 6, 2022. Following the draw for the final tournament held in Yaoundé on Tuesday, August 17, the 24 qualified teams were divided into four groups. The opening match will pit tournament host and …

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African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2021: Football’s Coming to 100 million African homes!

As the dust settles on UEFA Euro 2020, the excitement and expectation switches to Africa in anticipation of the 33rd CAF African Cup of Nations (AFCON), taking place from January 9 to February 6, 2022 in Cameroon. Fans across the continent will be treated to first class coverage courtesy of …

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