2002 African Cup of Nations Cup of Nations. Voters had a choice between five countries : Algeria, Botswana, Egypt, Ethiopia and Mali. This was the first time that Mali had hosted the competition. Teams highlighted in green progress to the Quarter Finals. Goalkeeper Defenders Midfielders Forwards 2002 African Cup of Nations The 2002 African Cup of Nations was the 23rd edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, the association football championship of Africa (CAF). It was hosted by Mali. Just like in 2000, the field of sixteen teams was split into four groups of four. Cameroon won its fourth championship (repeating as champions), beating Senegal
2008 Africa Cup of Nations qualification was withdrawing from the qualifying tournament, without giving a reason. All Djibouti matches were therefore cancelled. Zambia finished as group winner by winning the head-to-head against South Africa. The best 3 runners-up from groups with four teams (groups 2-11) would qualify for the finals. Source: Official site - qualifying 2008 Africa Cup of Nations qualification This page details the process of qualifying for the 2008 African Cup of Nations. The 16 qualified teams were: The 47 nations were divided into 11 groups of four teams and 1 group of 3 teams, with the 12 group winners and the best 3