The Africa Cup of Nations is scheduled to begin on January 17 despite fears surrounding the
threat of Ebola.
Morocco, who will host the 2015 tournament,
had asked for the bi-annual competition to be
pushed back in order to protect the lives of
supporters.
The Ebola virus has already taken the life of
5,000 people in West Africa and host nation
Morocco were fearful that the tournament could
put more people in danger.
However following discussions between
Moroccan officials and the Confederation of
African Football (CAF), it has been revealed that
the tournament will take place as originally
planned.
Confederation of Africa Football (CAF) media
director Junior Binyam said: 'CAF confirms the
dates of the tournament.
'Any change of dates would be to the detriment
of the CAF calendar, which must follow FIFA's
international calendar.'
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