Football fans from Cairo to Cape Town are gearing up for a December like no other, as the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025) prepares to take over Morocco.

The tournament kicks off Sunday, December 21, 2025. For nearly a month, six Moroccan cities Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier, Agadir, Marrakech, and Fez—will burst into colour, noise, and national pride until the final whistle on January 18, 2026.

And this year’s lineup? A continental buffet.
Twenty-four nations have secured their spots: Morocco (hosts), Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Algeria, DR Congo, Senegal, Egypt, Angola, Equatorial Guinea, Côte d’Ivoire, Uganda, South Africa, Gabon, Tunisia, Nigeria, Zambia, Mali, Zimbabwe, Comoros, Sudan, Benin, Tanzania, Botswana, and Mozambique.

With the stage set, the group fixtures tell their own story—fresh rivalries, old grudges, and a December packed with football drama.
Below is the full journey each team must navigate in the group stage of AFCON 2025.

• AFCON 2025 – Full Group Stage Fixtures

GROUP A – Rabat & Casablanca Set the Tone

GROUP B – North vs South, Fire vs Flair

GROUP C – Nigeria’s Road Through Fès and Rabat

GROUP D – Champions Senegal Begin Their Charge

GROUP E – A Battle of Giants and Underdogs

GROUP F – Côte d’Ivoire, Cameroon, and a Storm in Marrakech

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The countdown is on! Africa is gearing up for the 35th edition of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, promising thrilling football, star-studded clashes, and unforgettable moments as 24 of the continent’s top teams battle for glory.

When does AFCON 2025 kick off?

The tournament runs from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, wrapping up the year with elite football and starting the new year with knockout drama.

Who is hosting?

Morocco will play host, welcoming fans across nine world-class stadiums in six cities, ensuring electrifying atmospheres and top-tier facilities for players and supporters alike.

Countries that qualified for AFCON 2025

• Group A: Morocco, Mali, Zambia, Comoros
• Group B: Egypt, South Africa, Angola, Zimbabwe
• Group C: Nigeria, Tunisia, Uganda, Tanzania
• Group D: Senegal, DR Congo, Benin Republic, Botswana
• Group E: Algeria, Burkina Faso, Equatorial Guinea, Sudan
• Group F: Côte d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Gabon, Mozambique

Where to watch

Fans across Sub-Saharan Africa can catch the action live on SuperSport and CANAL+. In Nigeria, all matches will be broadcast on SuperSport via DStv and GOtv, so you won’t miss a single goal.

Get ready for AFCON 2025—Africa’s biggest football stage is back!

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The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Final Draw was officially conducted on Monday, January 27, 2025, at the Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat, Morocco.

The glamorous ceremony, attended by football icons and dignitaries, determined the group stage paths for the 24 teams vying for Africa’s most prestigious football trophy.

The tournament, scheduled to take place from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, will be hosted across six cities and nine stadiums in Morocco. The draw divided the qualified teams into six groups of four, setting the stage for an exciting four weeks of football.

Out of CAF’s 52 member nations, 50 participated in the qualifiers. Following a preliminary round, 48 teams were split into 12 groups of four. Each team played six matches in a home and away-format, with the top two teams from each group securing their spots in the finals.

Now, the stage is set for Africa’s best to compete for continental supremacy, but only one nation will emerge as the champion.

AFCON 2025 Groups:

– Group A: Morocco, Mali, Zambia, Comoros
– Group B: Egypt, South Africa, Angola, Zimbabwe
– Group C: Nigeria, Tunisia, Uganda, Tanzania
– Group D: Senegal, DR Congo, Benin, Botswana
– Group E: Algeria, Burkina Faso, Equatorial Guinea, Sudan
– Group F: Côte d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Gabon, Mozambique

With strong contenders spread across all groups, the tournament promises thrilling matchups and intense competition as nations chase the ultimate prize—becoming kings of African football.

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The draw will take place on Monday, January 27, 2025, at the Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat, Morocco, setting the stage for what promises to be another thrilling tournament in African football.

The event will determine the grouping of the 24 qualified teams into six pools for the first round. The top two teams from each group, along with the four best third-placed teams, will progress to the Round of 16, ensuring intense competition from the outset.

The draw ceremony is expected to attract notable figures from the world of African football, including federation officials, legendary players, and global media, amplifying the excitement ahead of the tournament. Fans worldwide can catch the live broadcast on CAF’s official social media platforms and partner broadcasters.

AFCON 2025 Pots

Pot 1:
– Morocco
– Senegal
– Egypt
– Algeria
– Nigeria
– Côte d’Ivoire

Pot 2:
– Cameroon
– Mali
– Tunisia
– South Africa
– DR Congo
– Burkina Faso

Pot 3:
– Gabon
– Angola
– Zambia
– Uganda
– Equatorial Guinea
– Benin Republic

Pot 4:
– Mozambique
– Comoros
– Tanzania
– Sudan
– Zimbabwe
– Botswana

The stage is now set for AFCON 2025, as fans eagerly await the draw to see how the groups will shape up.

The tournament promises to deliver exceptional football, highlighting the talent and passion of African teams on the continental stage.

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Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck has given fans a sneak peek into his upcoming single, “Industry Machine.”

The music sensation, who recently connected with Super Eagles star player, Troost Ekong, following the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament where Ivory Coast emerged victorious, took to his Instagram page on Thursday, February 15, 2024, to share a glimpse of the highly anticipated track.

In the video, Odumodublvck and Ekong are seen together while a snippet of the forthcoming single plays in the background.

Although the official release date for “Industry Machine” remains undisclosed, Odumodublvck delighted fans with a series of photos featuring himself and Ekong, with the footballer sporting his Super Eagles jersey.

Notably, Ekong generously gifted his jersey to Odumodublvck, a gesture that was met with heartfelt appreciation, evident in the photos capturing the duo embracing and exchanging pleasantries.

In his accompanying caption, the talented singer commended Nigeria’s football team and offered words of encouragement for their future endeavors. He wrote, “SKIPPO SAY WE GO COME BACK NEXT YEAR. STRONGER. SALUTE TO EVERY PLAYER THAT REPRESENTED US. IT WAS MAGICAL.”

The announcement of Odumodublvck’s upcoming single has ignited excitement among fans, who eagerly anticipate another musical masterpiece from the artist. With a track record of delivering exceptional songs since his rise to prominence, Odumodu continues to captivate audiences with his talent and dedication to providing remarkable music experiences.

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Following the nail-biting loss of the Super Eagles against Cote d’Ivoire, Odumodublvck stayed true to his promise and released a snippet of “Tears In Abidjan.”

The snippet, characterized by his signature grime flow, was accompanied by visuals depicting various Super Eagles players and their reactions following the defeat.

Fans had diverse reactions, with some applauding Odumodublvck’s dedication to his craft, while others appreciated the encouraging lyrics of the snippet, hoping for a better performance from the Super Eagles in the future.

TEARS IN ABIDJAN.

WE WILL BE BACK IN THE NEXT FINALS.

FOR SURE 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/KuLYvFVjH2

— INDUSTRY MACHINE (@Odumodublvck_) February 12, 2024

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In other news, Odumodublvck, has stepped up in defense of Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi following Nigeria’s loss in the 2023 AFCON final.

The 27-year-old footballer faced heavy criticism after Nigeria’s 2-1 defeat to Ivory Coast in the final match at the Alassane Ouattara stadium.

Despite the backlash, Odumodublvck took to his Twitter page to commend Iwobi’s performance, acknowledging his contribution throughout the tournament. He praised Iwobi’s efforts and highlighted his significant role in the team.

Furthermore, Odumodublvck applauded the Super Eagles for reaching a stage that many had not anticipated, showcasing optimism for the team’s future and expressing confidence that they will bounce back stronger.

Odumodublvck tweeted, “IWOBI HAD A GREAT TOURNAMENT. THE WHOLE TEAM TOOK US TO WHERE WE NEVER IMAGINED. WE WILL BE BACK 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬”

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Popular rapper Tochukwu Ojogwu, better known as Odumodublvck, has stepped up in defense of Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi following Nigeria’s loss in the 2023 AFCON final.

The 27-year-old footballer faced heavy criticism after Nigeria’s 2-1 defeat to Ivory Coast in the final match at the Alassane Ouattara stadium.

Despite the backlash, Odumodublvck took to his Twitter page to commend Iwobi’s performance, acknowledging his contribution throughout the tournament. He praised Iwobi’s efforts and highlighted his significant role in the team.

Furthermore, Odumodublvck applauded the Super Eagles for reaching a stage that many had not anticipated, showcasing optimism for the team’s future and expressing confidence that they will bounce back stronger.

Odumodublvck tweeted, “IWOBI HAD A GREAT TOURNAMENT. THE WHOLE TEAM TOOK US TO WHERE WE NEVER IMAGINED. WE WILL BE BACK 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬”

IWOBI HAD A GREAT TOURNAMENT.

THE WHOLE TEAM TOOK US TO WHERE WE NEVER IMAGINED.

WE WILL BE BACK

🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬

— INDUSTRY MACHINE (@Odumodublvck_) February 12, 2024

Meanwhile, reports indicate that Alex Iwobi has removed all pictures and videos from his official Instagram page, leaving only one post.

A check on the Fulham star’s account as of Monday morning, February 12, revealed that only one video remains on the account, which boasts over 1.3 million followers.

The remaining clip shows Iwobi opening what appears to be a journal and was posted 10 weeks ago. However, the comment section for this post is currently disabled.

During the final match, the Fulham midfielder played for 79 minutes before being replaced by Alhassan Yusuf for the last 10 minutes of the game.

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Popular Nigerian singer and songwriter Teniola Apata, professionally known as Teni, was seen weeping profusely following Ivory Coast’s victory over Nigeria in the AFCON Final.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria faced defeat in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 on Sunday, February 11, as Ivory Coast, the host country, clinched a 2-1 win.

Although the Super Eagles scored first in the first half of the game, the Elephants of Ivory Coast managed to equalize in the second half and later secure a second goal.

The match unfolded at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

With Ivory Coast lifting the trophy, they take home $7 million, while the runners-up, Nigeria, receive $4 million. The two losing semi-finalists, South Africa and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, each receive $2.5 million.

Following the defeat, singer Teni, known for her unwavering support for the Super Eagles throughout the competition, was visibly distraught. In a video shared via her verified Instagram page, Teni is seen crying uncontrollably, expressing her deep disappointment and sorrow over Nigeria’s loss in the AFCON final against Ivory Coast.

Captioning the video, Teni wrote, “AHHHHHHHHHHHH ISAKABAAAAAAAAAA!!! Whyyyyyyyyyyyy.”

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After Cote d’Ivoire secured victory over the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the AFCON 2023 finals, a flurry of reactions poured in from fans and celebrities alike.

One particularly amusing exchange occurred between Nigerian rapper Odumodublvck and Ghanaian rapper Black Sherif. Black Sherif shared a comical anecdote, revealing that following Ghana’s loss and elimination from AFCON 2023, Odumodublvck and Blaqbonez facetimed him to poke fun at his team’s defeat. He further joked that they even instructed a jeweler to craft the “cheapest piece” ever made for him.

He wrote: Blaqbonez called me on facetime to laugh at me when my country’s Black Stars was sent home, the guy couldn’t stop smiling. Odumodu was on Facetime the next 3 days telling the Jeweller to make me the cheapest piece he’s ever made, And na me call am for the Jeweller o! You want me to shut up? I’m going to bed. We go again this afternoon. SUPER EAGLES! you do this one

Blaqbonez called me on facetime to laugh at me when my country’s Black Stars was sent home, the guy couldn’t stop smiling. Odumodu was on Facetime the next 3 days telling the Jeweller to make me the cheapest piece he’s ever made, And na me call am for the Jeweller o! You want me…

— BLACKO (@blacksherif_) February 12, 2024

In response to the teasing from Odumodublvck and Blaqbonez, Black Sherif retaliated by sending out a meme to mock Nigeria’s loss.

FUCK https://t.co/pJnqZc3sGi

— INDUSTRY MACHINE (@Odumodublvck_) February 11, 2024

Since then, Odumodublvck has taken to Twitter, expressing his intentions with a tweet that read, “I WAS GONNA RECORD TEARS IN ABIDJAN TONIGHT” and followed up with another tweet saying, “MAKE UNA HELP ME BEG BLACKO.” Despite the playful banter, the atmosphere wasn’t tense, although Nigerians nursed their wounds from their losses.

I WAS GONNA RECORD “TEARS IN ABIDJAN TONIGHT”

— INDUSTRY MACHINE (@Odumodublvck_) February 11, 2024

MAKE UNA HELP ME BEG BLACKO 😂😂

— INDUSTRY MACHINE (@Odumodublvck_) February 12, 2024

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Former Chelsea and Roma coach Jose Mourinho has offered praise for the officiating standards at the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON).

The seasoned Portuguese tactician, known for his astute observations in football, admitted his preference for watching the African tournament over European football. He highlighted Africa’s honesty in officiating, particularly emphasizing the fair use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR).

Mourinho applauded the impartiality of VAR decisions at the AFCON, noting that they are not swayed to favor wealthy or renowned teams.

In a bold suggestion, Mourinho proposed that the headquarters of VAR should be established in Africa, recognizing the continent’s commitment to integrity in football officiating.

“I have watched AFCON more than European football. They are simply teaching us to be honest. In AFCON VAR is used exactly the way it should be used,” Mourinho said per the CFC News Report.

“They do not use it to help the money magnet teams or famous teams. This is why you saw the best out of every team . Because they know VAR is not hired behind the scenes but is for everyone. They listen even to their Players if the Ref missed something and go check. In Europe if I as a coach or a player plead with a ref to go check something, it is a red card for doing that. The headquarters for VAR needs to be in CAF.”

In addition, The African Cup of Nations ends today with a match between the hosts, Cote D’Ivoire, and the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

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