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The Egyptian Football Association has announced the six venues chosen for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) running from 21 June to 19 July, Reuters writes<\/a>. Cairo Stadium, Borg el Arab Stadium, Ismailia Stadium, June 30 Stadium, Suez Stadium, and Port Said Stadium will host matches. Separately, President Abdel Fattah El Sisi met with Confederation of African Football head Ahmad Ahmad to stress the government\u2019s commitment to ensuring the success of the championship, Ittihadiya said<\/a>. El Sisi also met with PM Moustafa Madbouly to follow up on the preparations, Ittihadiya said in another statement<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The Egyptian Football Association has announced the six venues chosen for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) running from 21 June to 19 July, Reuters writes. Cairo Stadium, Borg el Arab Stadium, Ismailia Stadium, June 30 Stadium, Suez Stadium, and Port Said Stadium will host matches. 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