SUDAN, Dec. 21 -- THE Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will transition to a four-year cycle starting in 2028, Confederation of African Football President Patrice Motsepe has announced.

The tournament that has been held every two years since 1968, will follow this new schedule after the 2027 edition where Tanzania will co-host with neighbours Kenya and Uganda.

The change aims to address issues with the football calendar, particularly the tournaments overlap with the European club season.

“We have the most exciting new structure for African football. I do what is in the interests of Africa. The global calendar has to be significantly more synchronised and harmonised,” Motsepe said.

The switch to a four-year AFCON cycle follows ...