Postponement not an option as Kenya races to be ready for Afcon 2027
African football boss Patrice Motsepe wants a "heightened sense of urgency" from Afcon 2027 co-hosts Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda as they face a race to be ready.
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"Even though we've got nine months, we need to start using those stadiums in January next year to test them and to see what further improvements are required."
— Patrice Motsepe , Executive
"I assure Caf and Kenyans we will accelerate the preparations for Afcon 2027."
— Salim Mvurya , Politician
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African football boss Patrice Motsepe wants a "heightened sense of urgency" from Afcon 2027 co-hosts Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda as they face a race to be ready.
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