2021 afcon qualifiers postponed over coronavirus 2

The 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers have been postponed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The decision was made by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to ensure the safety and health of players, officials, and fans.

The qualifiers were initially scheduled to take place in June and November 2020, but they were postponed to June and November 2021. The new dates are:

The postponement is a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of the virus, which has affected many countries in Africa and around the world. CAF has also implemented various measures to ensure the safety of players and officials, including COVID-19 testing, social distancing, and mask-wearing.

The postponement of the qualifiers may also impact the qualification process for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, as some teams may have to play their matches in a condensed period. However, CAF has assured that it will work with FIFA to ensure that the qualification process is completed safely and fairly.

The 2021 AFCON is scheduled to take place in Cameroon from January 9 to February 6, 2022. The tournament will feature 24 teams, with the top two teams from each of the 12 groups in the qualifiers qualifying for the tournament.