Africa Cup 2022, scheduled from 9 January to 6 February in Cameroon, risks cancellation due to a new wave of covid infections in the country. The announcement could come soon from the Confederation of African Football (CAF), which is evaluating what to do.

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“What was a reflection several weeks ago – writes RMC Sport among others – has become much more likely in recent days. To our knowledge, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) may announce the cancellation of the 2022 edition in Cameroon “. Several coaches have echoed this possibility, although an official decision has not been announced for them at the moment.

Beyond the organizational difficulties related to COVID-19 and the new Omicron edition, CAF is also addressing complaints from some clubs, mostly English, who want to be able to keep players on British soil in the coming weeks. African players called up because of their selection are expected to undergo a quarantine upon their return to the UK, which would deprive clubs of their players for a long period of time at a crucial stage of the season, notably the Champions League round of 16. With. at the door.