Road to Morocco: Full List of AFCON 2025 Qualifiers
The road to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) concluded dramatically as 23 teams, along with hosts Morocco, secured their places for the continental showpiece set for December 2025. This marks the 35th edition of Africa’s premier football tournament, scheduled to take place across six cities in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026.
Defending champions Ivory Coast, along with powerhouses like Senegal and Nigeria, are among the qualifiers. However, the spotlight falls on Ghana, whose failure to qualify for the tournament for the first time in decades is a stunning low point for the four-time champions. In contrast, Botswana’s return after a 12-year absence adds a refreshing storyline to the tournament.
The final round of qualifiers showcased the intensity of African football, with teams battling fiercely for limited spots. AFCON 2025 promises to feature the continent’s best players and teams, ensuring yet another unforgettable showcase of talent and competition.
The tournament was rescheduled from its original June/July dates to avoid clashing with the inaugural expanded FIFA Club World Cup, making it a key highlight on the international football calendar. As the excitement builds, fans eagerly anticipate thrilling matches and unforgettable moments from Africa’s top footballing nations.
- Comoros
- Tunisia
- Morocco
- Gabon
- Egypt
- Botswana
- Nigeria
- Benin
- Algeria
- Equatorial Guinea
11. Algeria
12. Sudan
13. Zambia
14. Ivory Coast
15. D.R. Congo
16. Tanzania
17. Mali
18. Mozambique
9. Cameroon
20. Zimbabwe
21. South Africa
22. Uganda
23. Senegal
24. Burkina Faso
