Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania have been eliminated from the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), reducing the co-hosts of the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) to spectators. All three East African nations exited at the quarter-final stage, highlighting challenges in their domestic football leagues.

• Uganda Cranes lost 1-0 to Senegal; Kenya's Harambee Stars fell 4-3 on penalties to Madagascar after a 1-1 draw; and Tanzania's Taifa Stars were defeated 1-0 by Morocco.
• Despite elimination, each of the three co-hosting federations is assured Sh58 million for reaching the quarter-finals.
• The semi-finals feature two-time champions Morocco, Senegal, Sudan, and Madagascar, all vying for the Sh452.2 million prize money.
• Sudan, whose Premier League resumed in July after a 25-month lull, has emerged as a dark horse, with goalkeeper Mohamed Abooja a key player.