African football history and which nation won the 3rd african cup ?
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A 9 African nations initially entered the competition. Ethiopia and Egypt both automatically qualified as the host country and title holders respectively. Morocco would withdraw before play began, thus leaving only 6 teams vying for the remaining two spots in the finals. This is the first time Sudan did not compete in tournament.
| Team | Finals appearance | Last appearance | Previous best performance |
|---|---|---|---|
 Ethiopia (hosts) | 3rd | 1959 | Runners-up (1957) |
 Tunisia | 1st | none | Debut |
 Uganda | 1st | none | Debut |
 United Arab Republic | 3rd | 1959 | Winners (1957, 1959) |