AFCON 2027 qualifiers: African heavyweights face crucial tests as race for finals intensifies

The battle for qualification to the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) PAMOJA 2027 resumes this week, with 48 matches scheduled across the continent between Thursday, November 12 and Tuesday, November 17, 2026.The third and fourth rounds of qualifying will see several of Africa’s leading football nations face potentially decisive encounters as teams look to strengthen their positions before the final qualification window in March 2027.