President William Ruto expressed appreciation for Senegalese assistance as Kenya prepares to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Ruto stated on Tuesday at State House in Nairobi that Kenya aims to benefit from Senegal's football expertise following the visit of Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. The collaboration will facilitate coach and athlete exchanges, regional tournament co-hosting, and joint training camp establishment.
Senegal hosted the Africa Cup of Nations in 1992, and the Teranga Lions won the championship in 2021 after finishing as runners-up in 2019. Kenya will co-host the tournament with Uganda and Tanzania from June through July 2027. The government plans to upgrade Kasarani, Nyayo, and Kip Keino stadiums to meet Confederation of African Football standards. Faye attended Mashujaa Day celebrations at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County.
Senegal hosted the Africa Cup of Nations in 1992, and the Teranga Lions won the championship in 2021 after finishing as runners-up in 2019. Kenya will co-host the tournament with Uganda and Tanzania from June through July 2027. The government plans to upgrade Kasarani, Nyayo, and Kip Keino stadiums to meet Confederation of African Football standards. Faye attended Mashujaa Day celebrations at Ithookwe Stadium in Kitui County.
