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Morocco Hosts Africa Cup; Egypt Aims for Eighth Title

12/22/2025

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Summary

Morocco Hosts AFCON

2025 Africa Cup of Nations is in Morocco from December 21, 2024, to January 18, 2025, with 24 teams.
Morocco hosts and is a favorite after a strong opening win against Comoros.
Egypt, led by Mohamed Salah, seeks a record eighth title and faces Zimbabwe on December 22, 2024.
Channel 4 in the UK will broadcast all matches for free.
Knockouts begin Jan 3, with the final on Jan 18.

Summary

Egypt Seeks AFCON Glory

Egypt, a seven-time Africa Cup of Nations winner, will face Zimbabwe in the opening match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on December 22 at Stade de Agadir, Morocco.
Mohamed Salah leads Egypt as they chase their first Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title.
Zimbabwe are making their seventh AFCON appearance and aim to reach the knockout stage for the first time.

History

Historical Context

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), established in 1957, expanded to 24 teams for the first time in 2019, hosted by Egypt. This change reflected the tournament's growth and popularity, with Egypt, a seven-time champion, aiming for an eighth title in the upcoming 2025 tournament in Morocco. The competition fosters regional pride and unity through football across Africa.

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Morocco Hosts AFCON

2025 Africa Cup of Nations is in Morocco from December 21, 2024, to January 18, 2025, with 24 teams.
Morocco hosts and is a favorite after a strong opening win against Comoros.
Egypt, led by Mohamed Salah, seeks a record eighth title and faces Zimbabwe on December 22, 2024.
Channel 4 in the UK will broadcast all matches for free.
Knockouts begin Jan 3, with the final on Jan 18.

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