The end of the suspense is near for the five candidate countries for the organization of the African Cups of Nations in 2019 and 2021. The African Football Confederation (CAF) must announce on Saturday September 20 its choice for the two host countries, between Algeria, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Guinea and Zambia. Algeria, Ivory Coast and Guinea are applying for both tournaments, while Cameroon and Zambia are only targeting 2019.
— Published September 19, 2014

