Eritrea Returns to International Football After Five-Year Absence

Eritrea is set to make its long-awaited return to international football, ending a five-year hiatus from global competition. The Eritrean Football Federation has officially confirmed that the national team will participate in the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), marking a significant moment for football in the country.

This announcement signals a fresh chapter for Eritrean football, which has been absent from international tournaments since 2019.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is expected to include Eritrea in the official draw for the 2027 AFCON qualifiers.