1996 African Cup of Nations

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the tournament edition?20th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations
2. What is the host nation?South Africa, taking over hosting duties from Kenya
3. What was special about the 1996 Africa Cup of Nations?It was the first time the tournament had 16 teams, and it was held in South Africa.
4. Why did Nigeria not play in the 1996 tournament?Nigeria withdrew at the last moment because of pressure from the military government.

Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON): The premier continental football competition for national teams in Africa, organized by CAF.
Confederation of African Football (CAF): The governing body for football in Africa, responsible for organizing tournaments like AFCON.
Knockout Stage: The phase of a tournament where teams are eliminated after each match, leading to a single winner.
Political Interference: The influence of government or political decisions on sporting events or organizations.