The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has
announced that Equatorial Guinea has agreed to
host the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations.
Morocco, was supposed to host the event but
had requested that the tournament be postponed
due to concern over an outbreak of the Ebola
virus in their country.
In a statement published on its site, CAF revealed
that the Head of State and President of the
Republic of Equatorial Guinea, Teodoro Obiang
Nguema Mbasogo on Friday met with the
President of CAF, Issa Hayatou concerning the
possibility for Equatorial Guinea to host the
tournament.
“Following fraternal and fruitful discussions, the
Head of State of Equatorial Guinea has agreed to
host the tournament from January 17 to February
8, 2015.
“Therefore, the Executive Committee of CAF
confirms that the Orange Africa Cup of Nations
2015 will be held in Equatorial Guinea on the
dates agreed, and the national team of Equatorial
Guinea is qualified for the final tournament as a
representative of the country host.
“The four cities selected for the finals are Malabo,
Bata, Mongomo and Ebebiyin.
“The draw for the finals will take place
Wednesday, December 3, 2014 in Malabo,
Equatorial Guinea.”
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