Equatorial Guinea replaces Morocco as AFCON 2015 Host

Equatorial Guinea has been announced by the Confederation of African as new host of the Orange Africa Cup of Nations slated to be held between January 17th - February 8th 2015.

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The initial host Morocco pulled for reasons relating to the fear of Ebola Virus.

According to a report on the official website of the African football body CAF president Issa Hayatou was confirmed to be visiting President Teodoro Obiang Nguema on Thursday. Although Qatar had signified interest in hosting if neessary, it is udnerstood that CAF were eager to keep the competition in Africa.

''Following friendly and fruitful discussions, the Head of State of Equatorial Guinea has agreed to host the tournament from January 17 to February 8, 2015.

''The Executive Committee of CAF President Issa Hayatou would like to take this opportunity to express their sincere thanks and deep appreciation to the people of Equatorial Guinea, to their government, and particularly to the Head of State and President of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo.''

A draw for the tournament will take place on Wednesday, December 3 in Malabo.

It could be recalled that Equatorial Gunea co-hosted the Cup of Nation with Gabon in 2012.