The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has unveiled an exciting prelude to the 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, with the iconic trophy embarking on a continental tour. This tour promises to captivate fans and build anticipation for the prestigious tournament, slated to be hosted by Cote d’Ivoire next year.
Ghana’s vibrant capital, Accra, has the honor of hosting the coveted trophy, which will be on display from November 26 to 29, 2023. This three-day event in Accra is sure to ignite the passion of football enthusiasts.
TotalEnergies, the Headline Sponsor of the tournament, will play a central role in orchestrating this Trophy Tour, ensuring it becomes a memorable part of the pre-tournament celebrations.
The journey of the Africa Cup of Nations trophy will commence its adventure in Senegal from September 24 to 27 and then journey through Equatorial Guinea, DR Congo, Tunisia, Algeria, Egypt, Guinea, South Africa, Nigeria, Angola, Zambia, and Morocco before reaching its ultimate destination in Abidjan in December. This comprehensive tour will culminate just in time for the much-anticipated tournament.
Mark your calendars, as the 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations is scheduled to kick off from Saturday, January 13, to Sunday, February 11, 2024, in Cote d’Ivoire. Defending champions Senegal will be aiming to retain their title, following their exhilarating victory against Egypt, secured in a thrilling 4-2 penalty shootout during the last edition of the tournament held in Cameroon.
The Africa Cup of Nations Trophy Tour promises to unite football enthusiasts and showcase the rich tapestry of African football culture as excitement mounts for this grand continental event in 2024.
