Afro-Asian Cup set to make comeback after two-decade hiatus

Continental tournament making a return in 2023

The Afro-Asian Cup of Nations is set to be revived after almost two decades, with the tournament set to return in 2023. The tournament was first held in 1985 and was contested between the winners of the Africa Cup of Nations and the Asian Cup. The tournament was discontinued in 2003, but there have been calls from fans and administrators to bring it back.

The tournament will be held in Egypt in 2023, with the host nation automatically qualifying for the tournament. The other seven teams will be determined through a qualification process, with the draw for the tournament set to be held in December 2022.

Who will play in the Afro-Asian Cup?

The Afro-Asian Cup will feature eight teams, with the host nation automatically qualifying for the tournament. The other seven teams will be determined through a qualification process, with the draw for the tournament set to be held in December 2022.

When will the Afro-Asian Cup be held?

The Afro-Asian Cup will be held in Egypt in 2023, with the tournament set to take place from June 16 to July 16.

Where will the Afro-Asian Cup be played?

The Afro-Asian Cup will be played in Egypt, with the tournament set to be held in Cairo, Alexandria, and Suez.

What is the format of the Afro-Asian Cup?

The Afro-Asian Cup will be played in a group stage followed by a knockout stage. The eight teams will be divided into two groups of four, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the knockout stage.