The stage is set for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as the group stages draw was revealed, pitting the continent’s top teams against each other. The 24 participating nations have been divided into six groups of four teams each, ensuring a thrilling and unpredictable tournament.
Group A sees hosts Morocco joined by Mali, Zambia, and Comoros. The Atlas Lions will be looking to make a strong impression on home soil, but will face stiff competition from their group opponents.
Group B is headlined by Egypt, who will face off against South Africa, Angola, and Zimbabwe. The Pharaohs will be seeking to reclaim their status as one of Africa’s top teams.
Nigeria and Tunisia are the top seeds in Group C, accompanied by Uganda and Tanzania. The Super Eagles and Carthage Eagles will be expected to progress, but the East African duo will be looking to cause upsets.
Senegal, the 2021 AFCON winners, headline Group D alongside DR Congo, Benin, and Botswana. The Lions of Teranga will be seeking to defend their crown, but face a challenging group.
Algeria, the 2019 AFCON champions, are in Group E with Burkina Faso, Equatorial Guinea, and Sudan. The Desert Foxes will be looking to make a deep run in the tournament.
Finally, Group F features Côte d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Gabon, and Mozambique. The Elephants and Indomitable Lions will be expected to battle for top spot, but the other two teams will be seeking to spring surprises.
With the groups now revealed, the countdown to AFCON 2025 can officially begin. The tournament promises to be an exciting and unpredictable showcase of African football, with the continent’s best teams vying for glory.
