Africa Cup of Nations: Tournament is being ‘disrespected’, says former England striker Ian Wright

European clubs and CAF have come to an agreement regarding the delayed release of players, but the negative comments and attempts by clubs to get the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations cancelled have not gone unnoticed by African players and supporters of African football. Former long time Arsenal FC star striker, England international and Sky Sports pundit Ian Wright spoke out in support of the AFCON on social media, pointing out the hypocrisy of European football being concerned over Cameroon’s capability of hosting the tournament after holding the European Championship in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. BBC covers the response of players, pundits and managers who have stood up for the importance of the Africa Cup of Nations and its importance to the participants.