The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 marks the 35th edition of Africa’s premier football competition. Organized by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), this tournament unites the best 24 national teams from across the continent. This time, the championship returns to Morocco, a nation with deep football traditions, hosting AFCON for the first time since 1988.
AFCON is more than just football. It is a festival of African culture, passion, and unity. Fans from every corner of the globe tune in to witness breathtaking goals, iconic rivalries, and national pride on full display.
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Tournament Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Host Country | Morocco |
| Dates | 21 December 2025 – 18 January 2026 |
| Teams | 24 |
| Edition | 35th |
| Venues | 9 stadiums across 6 cities |
| Defending Champion | Ivory Coast |
AFCON 2025 is expected to be one of the biggest sporting events in Africa, with millions of fans following the matches both inside stadiums and via live broadcasts worldwide.
How to Watch AFCON 2025 Live
Football fans around the world will have multiple broadcasting options to follow AFCON 2025 live. Viewers can access the platform via the Circuits App on mobile or smart TVs, or stream via the web app at www.circuits.tv.
Circuit TV
Circuits is Nigeria’s leading virtual cinema and transactional video-on-demand (TVOD) platform, designed to showcase the best of Nollywood and premium African entertainment—including films, series, comedy shows, documentaries, and original content—to audiences both within Africa and around the world.
How It Works
Pay-Per-View Model (TVOD): Instead of a traditional monthly subscription, viewers purchase access to individual films or shows—much like buying a cinema ticket.
FlexiWatch: A newer option that offers unlimited access to selected films with a one-time 7-day or 21-day pass.
Multi-Device Access: Available on smart TVs, mobile apps (Android & iOS), and web browsers, making it convenient to watch anywhere.
AFCON 2025 Schedule
The group stage kicks off on December 21, 2025, with Morocco vs Comoros in Rabat. The competition runs until January 18, 2026, providing nearly a month of top-class football.
Below is a detailed schedule Time (CET) for the group stage.
Group A – Morocco, Comoros, Mali, Zambia
| Date | Time (CET) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 21 | 8:00 PM | Morocco vs Comoros | Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat |
| Dec 22 | 3:30 PM | Mali vs Zambia | Mohammed V Stadium, Casablanca |
| Dec 26 | 1:00 PM | Morocco vs Mali | Rabat |
| Dec 26 | 3:30 PM | Zambia vs Comoros | Casablanca |
| Dec 29 | 6:30 PM | Zambia vs Morocco | Rabat |
| Dec 29 | 6:30 PM | Comoros vs Mali | Casablanca |
Group B – Egypt, South Africa, Angola, Zimbabwe
| Date | Time (CET) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 22 | 6:00 PM | Egypt vs Zimbabwe | Adrar Stadium, Agadir |
| Dec 22 | 8:30 PM | South Africa vs Angola | Marrakesh Stadium, Marrakesh |
| Dec 26 | 6:00 PM | Egypt vs South Africa | Agadir |
| Dec 26 | 8:30 PM | Angola vs Zimbabwe | Marrakesh |
| Dec 29 | 8:30 PM | Angola vs Egypt | Agadir |
| Dec 29 | 8:30 PM | Zimbabwe vs South Africa | Marrakesh |
Group C – Nigeria, Tunisia, Uganda, Tanzania
| Date | Time (CET) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 23 | 1:00 PM | Nigeria vs Tanzania | Fez Stadium, Fez |
| Dec 23 | 3:30 PM | Tunisia vs Uganda | Prince Moulay Abdellah Olympic Annex, Rabat |
| Dec 27 | 1:00 PM | Nigeria vs Tunisia | Fez |
| Dec 27 | 3:30 PM | Uganda vs Tanzania | Rabat (Annex) |
| Dec 30 | 6:00 PM | Uganda vs Nigeria | Fez |
| Dec 30 | 6:00 PM | Tanzania vs Tunisia | Rabat (Annex) |
Group D – Senegal, DR Congo, Benin, Botswana
| Date | Time (CET) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 23 | 6:00 PM | Senegal vs Botswana | Ibn Batouta Stadium, Tangier |
| Dec 23 | 8:30 PM | DR Congo vs Benin | Al Barid Stadium, Rabat |
| Dec 27 | 6:00 PM | Senegal vs DR Congo | Tangier |
| Dec 27 | 8:30 PM | Benin vs Botswana | Rabat (Al Barid) |
| Dec 30 | 8:30 PM | Benin vs Senegal | Tangier |
| Dec 30 | 8:30 PM | Botswana vs DR Congo | Rabat (Al Barid) |
Group E – Algeria, Burkina Faso, Equatorial Guinea, Sudan
| Date | Time (CET) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 24 | 1:00 PM | Algeria vs Sudan | Moulay Hassan Stadium, Rabat |
| Dec 24 | 3:30 PM | Burkina Faso vs Equatorial Guinea | Mohammed V Stadium, Casablanca |
| Dec 28 | 1:00 PM | Algeria vs Burkina Faso | Rabat (Moulay Hassan) |
| Dec 28 | 3:30 PM | Equatorial Guinea vs Sudan | Casablanca |
| Dec 31 | 6:00 PM | Equatorial Guinea vs Algeria | Rabat (Moulay Hassan) |
| Dec 31 | 6:00 PM | Sudan vs Burkina Faso | Casablanca |
Group F – Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Gabon, Mozambique
| Date | Time (CET) | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 24 | 6:00 PM | Ivory Coast vs Mozambique | Marrakesh Stadium, Marrakesh |
| Dec 24 | 8:30 PM | Cameroon vs Gabon | Adrar Stadium, Agadir |
| Dec 28 | 6:00 PM | Ivory Coast vs Cameroon | Marrakesh |
| Dec 28 | 8:30 PM | Gabon vs Mozambique | Agadir |
| Dec 31 | 8:30 PM | Gabon vs Ivory Coast | Marrakesh |
| Dec 31 | 8:30 PM | Mozambique vs Cameroon | Agadir |
Teams in AFCON 2025
CAF confirmed that 24 teams will feature in the competition. The group stage draw took place in Rabat on 27 January 2025, based on the FIFA World Rankings (December 2024).
Group Stage Pots
| Pot 1 | Pot 2 | Pot 3 | Pot 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morocco (hosts) | Cameroon | Gabon | Mozambique |
| Senegal | Mali | Angola | Comoros |
| Egypt | Tunisia | Zambia | Tanzania |
| Algeria | South Africa | Uganda | Sudan |
| Nigeria | DR Congo | Equatorial Guinea | Zimbabwe |
| Ivory Coast (holders) | Burkina Faso | Benin | Botswana |
This seeding ensures competitive balance and guarantees several exciting clashes right from the group stages.
Key Facts about AFCON 2025
- Founded in 1957, AFCON has grown into the biggest football tournament in Africa.
- The 2025 edition will be the second hosted by Morocco, following the 1988 edition.
- AFCON is held every two years, with the next edition in 2027.
- 24 teams compete, divided into six groups of four, followed by knockouts.
- The winner qualifies for the FIFA Confederations Cup.
FAQs
Q. When does AFCON 2025 start?
A. The tournament begins on 21 December 2025 and ends on 18 January 2026.
Q. How many teams will play in AFCON 2025?
A total of 24 teams will compete.
Q. Where is AFCON 2025 being held?
A. It is hosted in Morocco, across six cities and nine stadiums.
Q. Who is the defending champion?
A. Ivory Coast won the last edition (2023).
Q. How to watch AFCON 2025 online?
A. can access the platform via the Circuits App on mobile or smart TVs, or stream via the web app at www.circuits.tv.
Conclusion
The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 (AFCON 2025) promises world-class football, passionate fans, and unforgettable moments. With 24 top African nations battling in Morocco, the stage is set for one of the biggest football festivals in the world.
Fans can expect thrilling group-stage clashes, intense knockouts, and a grand finale in front of tens of thousands of spectators. Whether you’re in Rabat, Casablanca, Tangier, or watching from home, AFCON 2025 will keep the world glued to African football.
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