CAF is reportedly looking at contingency plans for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations as preparations in Kenya and Uganda come under scrutiny, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The tournament is scheduled to run from June 19 to July 17, 2027, with Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania due to jointly stage the 36th edition of the continental competition.
According to French newspaper Le Monde, CAF has considered alternative host nations in case the East African countries are unable to complete the required infrastructure and organisational work within the stipulated timeframe.
The report identifies Côte d’Ivoire, Morocco, South Africa, Algeria and Egypt as potential alternatives because of their existing stadiums, facilities and previous experience of hosting major international competitions.
Le Monde further reports that CAF has already made contact with Morocco, South Africa and Algeria regarding the possibility of stepping in if a change becomes necessary.
Concerns have reportedly centred on the progress of infrastructure projects, accommodation and other logistical requirements following inspection visits to the three designated host nations.
However, CAF president Patrice Motsepe has continued to express confidence in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania's ability to deliver the tournament.
Motsepe has acknowledged that considerable work remains to be completed but has maintained that the three countries can successfully host the competition.
For now, Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania remain the official hosts of AFCON 2027, with CAF continuing to monitor preparations across the three countries.
Further inspection visits and assessments are expected as the tournament approaches, with the progress of infrastructure and organisational preparations likely to determine whether any contingency measures become necessary.