The 24 teams set to compete in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have been confirmed, with Mozambique securing the final qualification spot after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Guinea-Bissau.
The tournament, scheduled to kick off in December 2025, will be hosted by Morocco, who automatically qualified as the host nation. This edition promises to showcase a mix of Africa’s football giants and emerging teams, all vying for glory on the continental stage.
Among the top contenders are former champions such as Senegal, Algeria, Egypt, and defending title holders Côte d’Ivoire, who all displayed impressive form during the qualifiers. Their presence, along with other determined teams, sets the stage for a fiercely competitive tournament.
Full List of Qualified Nations:
1. Morocco (Hosts)
2. Burkina Faso
3. Cameroon
4. Algeria
5. DR Congo
6. Senegal
7. Egypt
8. Angola
9. Equatorial Guinea
10. Côte d’Ivoire
11. Uganda
12. South Africa
13. Gabon
14. Tunisia
15. Nigeria
16. Zambia
17. Mali
18. Zimbabwe
19. Comoros
20. Sudan
21. Benin
22. Tanzania
23. Botswana
24. Mozambique
With powerhouse teams and underdogs alike, AFCON 2025 promises thrilling matches and unforgettable moments as Africa’s best football talents converge in Morocco. Fans eagerly await the official draw and fixtures to see how the competition unfolds.
