Ethiopia formally submits its bid to host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), seeking to bring the tournament to the country for the first time in more than 50 years. Multiple outlets report that the bid is officially lodged and that it is intended to secure hosting rights for the continental competition.
The Ethiopian Football Federation is confirmed as the body behind the submission. According to reporting, Ethiopia last hosted AFCON in 1976, making the 2028 event a potential return after a long gap. While one outlet focuses on the formal nature of the bid and the historical significance of hosting again, another also highlights the timeframe since the last hosting period. No single outlet disputes the core details of the submission or Ethiopia’s hosting history, though the available accounts vary in depth and emphasis.
