As the AFCON 2025 group stage edges toward its decisive final fixtures, the race for goals and assists is intensifying, providing a clear picture of the players driving their teams forward.
From ruthless finishers to clever creators, the numbers so far tell the story of who has truly stamped their authority on the tournament.
At the top of the goal charts sits Morocco’s Brahim Díaz, who has been in devastating form throughout the group stage. With five goals in five matches, the attacker has consistently delivered when it matters most, making him the current leading scorer of the competition.
Close behind is Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen, whose presence in the box has once again proven decisive. The Super Eagles striker has found the net four times in five games, continuing his reputation as one of Africa’s most reliable goal scorers on the big stage.
Nigeria also boasts another strong contender in Ademola Lookman, who has contributed three goals from five appearances. He shares this tally with Lassine Sinayoko (Mali), Ayoub El Kaabi (Morocco), Mohamed Salah (Egypt) and Amad Diallo (Ivory Coast), all of whom have delivered crucial goals for their nations.
Perhaps the most eye-catching efficiency belongs to Riyad Mahrez. The Algerian captain has scored three goals in just two matches, underlining his impact whenever he steps onto the pitch.
Highest goal scorers at AFCON 2025
- Brahim Díaz (Morocco) – 5 goals (5 matches)
- Victor Osimhen (Nigeria) – 4 goals (5 matches)
- Ademola Lookman (Nigeria) – 3 goals (5 matches)
- Lassine Sinayoko (Mali) – 3 goals (5 matches)
- Ayoub El Kaabi (Morocco) – 3 goals (5 matches)
- Mohamed Salah (Egypt) – 3 goals (5 matches)
- Riyad Mahrez (Algeria) – 3 goals (2 matches)
- Amad Diallo (Ivory Coast) – 3 goals (5 matches)
Beyond the goals, creativity has been just as influential. Ademola Lookman has stood out not only as a scorer but also as the tournament’s leading provider, recording four assists to underline his all-round attacking influence for Nigeria.
Senegal’s talisman Sadio Mané follows closely with three assists, while Nigeria continues to dominate the assist charts through Alex Iwobi and Samuel Chukwueze, who have both contributed two assists each. Azzedine Ounahi (Morocco) and Anis Hadj-Moussa (Algeria) complete the list, also registering two assists apiece.
Players with the highest assists at AFCON 2025
- Ademola Lookman (Nigeria) – 4 assists
- Sadio Mané (Senegal) – 3 assists
- Alex Iwobi (Nigeria) – 2 assists
- Samuel Chukwueze (Nigeria) – 2 assists
- Azzedine Ounahi (Morocco) – 2 assists
- Anis Hadj-Moussa (Algeria) – 2 assists
With qualification spots still on the line and knockout football fast approaching, these goal scorers and playmakers are expected to play even bigger roles.
As AFCON 2025 enters its most critical phase, their boots and their vision could be the difference between an early exit and a march toward continental glory.