The stage is set for TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 tournament following Mozambique securing a final spot after a 2-1 victory over Guinea-Bissau.
Set to begin in December 2025, the tournament will be hosted by Morocco, who automatically qualify as the host nation.
This AFCON will showcase a thrilling mix of traditional powerhouses and rising teams, all eager to leave their mark on the continent’s biggest football stage.
Over 2 billion viewers tuned in globally, highlighting the competition’s growing appeal. Analysts described it as the most exciting AFCON in over a decade, with a goals-per-game average of 2.47 in the group stages—the highest in 15 years.
Big names like Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah, Al Nassr’s Sadio Mane, Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen, and Manchester United’s Andre Onana took center stage, showcasing world-class performances and drawing immense global interest.
Among the 24 nations are former champions such as Senegal, Algeria, Egypt, and defending title holders Côte d’Ivoire, all of whom impressed in the qualifiers.
Other legendary teams like Nigeria, Tunisia, and South Africa have also secured their spots, ensuring the tournament will feature some of Africa’s most iconic footballing nations.
The competition will also see the return of teams like DR Congo, Angola, and Gabon, while Botswana makes a long-awaited return after a 12-year absence.
The drama of the final day of qualifiers saw Sudan and Benin clinch their places, adding an extra layer of excitement to the qualification process.
With all 24 teams confirmed, the stage is now set for an unforgettable AFCON in Morocco, where footballing glory awaits.
Full List of 24 Countries for AFCON 2025
Morocco (Hosts)
Burkina Faso
Cameroon
Algeria
DR Congo
Senegal
Egypt
Angola
Equatorial Guinea
Cote d’Ivoire
Uganda
South Africa
Gabon
Tunisia
Nigeria
Zambia
Mali
Zimbabwe
Comoros
Sudan
Benin
Tanzania
Botswana
Mozambique
