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May 19, 2026
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Explained: Why Kenya Will Still Play Qualifiers Despite Hosting AFCON 2027

Explained: Why Kenya Will Still Play Qualifiers Despite Hosting AFCON 2027

Harambee Stars will feature in the AFCON 2027 qualifiers as teams face off across three match windows deciding the 24-team tournament lineup...

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Kenya, as a co-host of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), will still participate in the AFCON qualifiers despite automatic qualification.

  • The Confederation of African Football (CAF) requires host nations to play qualifiers for competitive balance and match fitness.
  • Harambee Stars have been drawn in Group D alongside Eritrea, Guinea, and South Africa.
  • In groups with a host nation, only one additional team besides the host will qualify for the finals.

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