Title: Algeria withdraws from the race to organize CAN 2025 and 2027: what impact for Morocco?
Introduction :
To everyone’s surprise, Algeria announced its withdrawal from the race to organize the African Cup of Nations (CAN) in 2025 and 2027. This unexpected decision leaves the field open to Morocco, which was the main rival of Algeria for obtaining the event. In this article, we will examine the reasons that led Algeria to withdraw and the impact this will have on Morocco.
A change of direction at the head of the FAF:
Algeria’s withdrawal from the race to host the CAN came shortly after the election of Walid Sadi as president of the Algerian Football Federation (FAF). This change at the head of the FAF seems to have played a determining role in the decision to withdraw from the race. The new FAF management team said the withdrawal was motivated by a new approach to football development strategy in Algeria and that their efforts would now focus on reorganizing and revitalizing football in the country.
Morocco favorites for the organization of CAN 2025:
With the withdrawal of Algeria, Morocco now appears to be the big favorite for obtaining the organization of the CAN in 2025. The Shereef kingdom was already a serious competitor in the race and its candidacy should now be unopposed. Morocco, which has not organized the CAN since 1988, has the infrastructure and experience necessary to host this major event in African football.
A diplomatic turnaround or an internal strategy?
Algeria’s decision to withdraw raises questions about its real motivations. Some see it as a diplomatic turnaround, while others think it is an internal strategy linked to the change of direction at the head of the FAF. Whatever the reason, it is clear that Morocco now benefits from a unique opportunity to host the CAN and strengthen its position as a major hub for African football.
Conclusion :
Algeria’s withdrawal from the race to organize CAN 2025 and 2027 opens the way for Morocco to obtain this major sporting event. Algeria’s decision raises questions about its motives, but it offers an opportunity for the Shereef kingdom to strengthen its stature in the world of African football. It will be interesting to see how Morocco will seize this opportunity and how it will affect the sporting landscape in Africa.