Ethiopia Submits Official Bid to Host 2028 Africa Cup of Nations
- Ethiopia has officially submitted its bid to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, becoming the first country to formally enter...
- The submitted dossier addresses all necessary regulatory criteria set by CAF.
- Ethiopia has formally submitted its bid to CAF to host AFCON 2028.
Ethiopia has officially submitted its bid to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, becoming the first country to formally enter the race for the tournament according to reports from Goal.com and the BBC. The Ethiopian Football Federation announced the submission after presenting its official Bid Handbook to continental organizers. The bid carries full backing from the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia government, signaling national readiness to organize Africa’s premier football competition.
Bid Requirements and Infrastructure Evaluation
The submitted dossier addresses all necessary regulatory criteria set by CAF. According to reporting from Foot-africa.com, the evaluation process will examine multiple operational areas, including stadium infrastructure, training facilities, transportation networks, and accommodation for visiting teams and supporters. In a public statement released by the governing body, the federation confirmed the scope of their proposal.
Ethiopia has formally submitted its bid to CAF to host AFCON 2028. Backed by the FDRE government, the EFF presented the official Bid Handbook addressing all requirements and reaffirming the nation’s full readiness to host Africa’s biggest footballing event.
Ethiopian Football Federation
Historical Context in African Football
Hosting the tournament in 2028 would mark a major return for a nation with deep roots in the competition. According to BBC and Goal.com coverage, Ethiopia previously hosted the Africa Cup of Nations three times, specifically in 1962, 1968, and 1976. The country’s most notable tournament memory remains the 1962 edition. Playing on home soil, Ethiopia won the tournament for its only continental title to date. The nation also finished as runners-up during the inaugural 1957 tournament, though its modern qualification record has slowed, with tournament appearances this century limited to 2013 and 2021.
Regional Tournament Outlook and Next Steps
If Ethiopia’s candidacy succeeds, the tournament would remain in East Africa following the upcoming 2027 edition. Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania are scheduled to jointly host the 2027 finals, marking the first time three nations will co-organize the event. CAF has not yet announced a definitive timeline for selecting a host for the 2028 tournament. With no other public bids declared so far, Ethiopia stands alone as the initial contender while continental officials review the submitted documentation.
