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Morocco star Brahim Díaz crowned top scorer as qualifiers conclude
Published: Wednesday, 20 November 2024
Morocco’s Brahim Díaz emerged as the top scorer in the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers after a hat-trick in his team’s 7-0 demolition of Lesotho on the final matchday.
The 25-year-old forward, who plays for Real Madrid, leapfrogged Guinea’s Serhou Guirassy, who had led the charts with six goals after Matchday 5.
Playing in front of an enthusiastic home crowd at the Stade d'Honneur d'Oujda, Díaz produced a sensational first-half performance, scoring three goals within 45 minutes.
His efforts propelled Morocco to a flawless qualifying campaign, winning all six Group B matches with a +24 goal difference.
Guirassy, who had scored his sixth goal to secure Guinea’s vital 1-0 win over DR Congo on Matchday 5, failed to find the net in the final round as Guinea faced Tanzania.
This allowed Díaz to overtake him in dramatic fashion, finishing with seven goals.
The race for third place in the scoring charts saw multiple players, including Algeria’s Amine Gouiri, Zambia’s Kingsley Musonda, and Egypt’s Trezeguet, tied with four goals each.
As Morocco prepare to host the tournament, Díaz’s form underscores the Atlas Lions’ attacking prowess, marking them as one of the favorites for the AFCON 2025 title.
Top Scorers:
Brahim Díaz (Morocco) – 7 goals
Serhou Guirassy (Guinea) – 6 goals
Amine Gouiri (Algeria), Kingsley Musonda (Zambia), Trezeguet (Egypt) – 4 goals
2025 AFCON, Morocco
Breakdown by zonematt wrote: Tue Nov 19, 2024 23:43 Great campaign for Southern and Eastern Africa:
Angola
Botswana
Comoros
Mozambique
SouthAfrica
Tanzania
Uganda
Zambia
Zimbabwe
All qualified, taking places away mainly from North-west Africa that really did well in the past 2/3 editions.
The likes of Gambia, Guinea Bissau, Guinea, Mauritania, Cape Verde all failed to qualify this time.
North (4 teams): Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia (same as 2023)
West A (2 teams): Mali, Senegal (5 fewer than 2023, Cape Verde, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, and Mauritania did not qualify this time)
West B (4 teams): Benin, Burkina Faso, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria (same as 2023, Benin qualified this time, Ghana did not)
Central (4 teams): Cameroon, Congo DR, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon (1 more than 2023, Gabon qualified this time)
Central-East (3 teams): Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda (2 more than 2023, Sudan and Uganda qualified this time)
South (7 teams): Angola, Botswana, Comoros, Mozambique, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe (2 more than 2023, Botswana, Comoros and Zimbabwe qualified this time, Namibia did not)
Once again, no debutants, with the last ones being Comoros and Gambia in 2021. Comoros and Botswana qualified for their 2nd AFCON. The last AFCON for Botswana was 2012. In fact, they are the only team among the 24 teams to have not qualified since AFCON was expanded to 24 teams in 2019.
And Kenya the only 2027 co-hosts to miss out, with Tanzania and Uganda qualifying.
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CAF Executive Committee approves 2025 Competition Calendar and TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Final Draw Date
Published: Monday, 16 December 2024
The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) Executive Committee (“EXCO”) met today, Monday, 16 December 2024 in Marrakech, Morocco in a gathering chaired by CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe.
Dr Motsepe opened the meeting by congratulating Morocco following the decision to award the centenary FIFA World Cup 2030 to a joint bid by Morocco, Portugal and Spain.
The Executive Committee deliberated on the CAF Competitions Calendar for 2025 and beyond.
Dr Motsepe announced the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Final Draw will be held in Rabat, Morocco, on 27 January, 2025.
Key dates:
TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025: Opening Match will be played Sunday, 30 March 2025; Final Match will be played Saturday, 19 April 2025
TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2025 – Opening Match will be played Saturday, 26 April 2025; Final Match will be played Sunday, 18 May 2025
TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup 2024-25: Final, First Leg will be played Saturday, 17 May 2025; Final, Second Leg will be played Sunday, 25 May 2025
TotalEnergies CAF Champions League 2024-25: Final, First Leg will be played Saturday, 24 May 2025; Final, Second Leg will be played Sunday, 1 June 2025
CAF Women’s Champions League 2025: Opening Match will be played Saturday, 8 November 2025; Final Match will be played Sunday, 23 November 2025
TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025: Opening match will be played Sunday, 21 December 2025; Final Match will be played Sunday, 18 January 2026.
CAF President Dr Motsepe also held a meeting with the 54 CAF Member Associations on Monday afternoon and discussed matters relating to developing football in each country.
This includes building stronger partnerships between Member Associations, Governments, FIFA, other Confederations and the private sector.
CAF Executive Committee approves 2025 Competition Calendar and TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Final Draw Date
Published: Monday, 16 December 2024
The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) Executive Committee (“EXCO”) met today, Monday, 16 December 2024 in Marrakech, Morocco in a gathering chaired by CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe.
Dr Motsepe opened the meeting by congratulating Morocco following the decision to award the centenary FIFA World Cup 2030 to a joint bid by Morocco, Portugal and Spain.
The Executive Committee deliberated on the CAF Competitions Calendar for 2025 and beyond.
Dr Motsepe announced the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Final Draw will be held in Rabat, Morocco, on 27 January, 2025.
Key dates:
TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025: Opening Match will be played Sunday, 30 March 2025; Final Match will be played Saturday, 19 April 2025
TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations Cote d’Ivoire 2025 – Opening Match will be played Saturday, 26 April 2025; Final Match will be played Sunday, 18 May 2025
TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup 2024-25: Final, First Leg will be played Saturday, 17 May 2025; Final, Second Leg will be played Sunday, 25 May 2025
TotalEnergies CAF Champions League 2024-25: Final, First Leg will be played Saturday, 24 May 2025; Final, Second Leg will be played Sunday, 1 June 2025
CAF Women’s Champions League 2025: Opening Match will be played Saturday, 8 November 2025; Final Match will be played Sunday, 23 November 2025
TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025: Opening match will be played Sunday, 21 December 2025; Final Match will be played Sunday, 18 January 2026.
CAF President Dr Motsepe also held a meeting with the 54 CAF Member Associations on Monday afternoon and discussed matters relating to developing football in each country.
This includes building stronger partnerships between Member Associations, Governments, FIFA, other Confederations and the private sector.
Last FIFA Ranking prior to draw on 27 January 2025
Morocco 14
Senegal 17
Egypt 33
Algeria 37
Nigeria 44
Cote d'Ivoire 46
Cameroon 49
Mali 51
Tunisia 52
South Africa 57
Congo DR 61
Burkina Faso 66
Gabon 84
Angola 85
Zambia 87
Uganda 88
Equatorial Guinea 93
Benin 94
Mozambique 96
Comoros 103
Tanzania 106
Sudan 113
Zimbabwe 121
Botswana 136
Morocco 14
Senegal 17
Egypt 33
Algeria 37
Nigeria 44
Cote d'Ivoire 46
Cameroon 49
Mali 51
Tunisia 52
South Africa 57
Congo DR 61
Burkina Faso 66
Gabon 84
Angola 85
Zambia 87
Uganda 88
Equatorial Guinea 93
Benin 94
Mozambique 96
Comoros 103
Tanzania 106
Sudan 113
Zimbabwe 121
Botswana 136
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SEVEN DAYS to TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 Final Draw in Rabat
Published: Monday, 20 January 2025
The eagerly-anticipated Final Draw of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 will be held in Rabat on 27 January, 2025 where the 24 competing teams will learn their opponents.
The draw, to be attended by the 24 Nations that have qualified for the AFCON 2025, will be conducted at 19h00 local time (18h00 GMT/ 20h00 Cairo time).
The draw provides the National Teams with the opportunity to assess the excellent match venues, training facilities and hotel infrastructure in Morocco.
The 24 teams will be placed into six pools each containing four sides. The top two teams in each group and the four best third-placed sides advance to the round of 16.
Morocco will be hosing the finals for the first time since 1988 as we enter an exciting time for the North African nation, who are also co-hosts of the 2030 FIFA World Cup along with Spain and Portugal.
This will be the 35th edition of the AFCON, which was first played in 1957. It is the third oldest continental competition in football behind South America (1916) and Asia (1956).
The 24 teams that will be in the draw for the 2025 finals are as follows, with their previous appearances and best finish included:
Algeria (21st appearance, champions in 1990, 2019)
Angola (10th appearance, quarter-finalists in 2008, 2010, 2023)
Benin (5th appearance, quarter-finalists in 2019)
Botswana (2nd appearance, group stages in 2012)
Burkina Faso (14th appearance, runners-up in 2013)
Cameroon (22nd appearance, champions in 1984, 1988, 2000, 2002, 2017)
Comoros (2nd appearance, round of 16 in 2021)
Cote d’Ivoire (26th appearance, champions in 1992, 2015, 2023)
Democratic Republic of Congo (21st appearance, champions in 1968, 1974)
Egypt (27th appearance, champions in 1957, 1959, 1986, 1998, 2006, 2008, 2010)
Equatorial Guinea (5th appearance, fourth place in 2015)
Gabon (9th appearance, quarter-finalists in 1996, 2012)
Mali (14th appearance, runners-up in 1972)
Morocco (20th appearances, champions in 1976)
Mozambique (6th appearance, group stages in 1986, 1996, 1998, 2010, 2023)
Nigeria (21st appearance, champions in 1980, 1994, 2013)
Senegal (18th appearance, champions in 2021)
South Africa (12th appearance, champions in 1996)
Sudan (10th appearance, champions in 1970)
Tanzania (4th appearance, group stage in 1980, 2019, 2023)
Tunisia (22nd appearance, champions in 2004)
Uganda (8th appearance, runners-up in 1978)
Zambia (19th appearance, champions in 2012)
Zimbabwe (6th appearance, group stage in 2004, 2006, 2017, 2019, 2021)
SEVEN DAYS to TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 Final Draw in Rabat
Published: Monday, 20 January 2025
The eagerly-anticipated Final Draw of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 will be held in Rabat on 27 January, 2025 where the 24 competing teams will learn their opponents.
The draw, to be attended by the 24 Nations that have qualified for the AFCON 2025, will be conducted at 19h00 local time (18h00 GMT/ 20h00 Cairo time).
The draw provides the National Teams with the opportunity to assess the excellent match venues, training facilities and hotel infrastructure in Morocco.
The 24 teams will be placed into six pools each containing four sides. The top two teams in each group and the four best third-placed sides advance to the round of 16.
Morocco will be hosing the finals for the first time since 1988 as we enter an exciting time for the North African nation, who are also co-hosts of the 2030 FIFA World Cup along with Spain and Portugal.
This will be the 35th edition of the AFCON, which was first played in 1957. It is the third oldest continental competition in football behind South America (1916) and Asia (1956).
The 24 teams that will be in the draw for the 2025 finals are as follows, with their previous appearances and best finish included:
Algeria (21st appearance, champions in 1990, 2019)
Angola (10th appearance, quarter-finalists in 2008, 2010, 2023)
Benin (5th appearance, quarter-finalists in 2019)
Botswana (2nd appearance, group stages in 2012)
Burkina Faso (14th appearance, runners-up in 2013)
Cameroon (22nd appearance, champions in 1984, 1988, 2000, 2002, 2017)
Comoros (2nd appearance, round of 16 in 2021)
Cote d’Ivoire (26th appearance, champions in 1992, 2015, 2023)
Democratic Republic of Congo (21st appearance, champions in 1968, 1974)
Egypt (27th appearance, champions in 1957, 1959, 1986, 1998, 2006, 2008, 2010)
Equatorial Guinea (5th appearance, fourth place in 2015)
Gabon (9th appearance, quarter-finalists in 1996, 2012)
Mali (14th appearance, runners-up in 1972)
Morocco (20th appearances, champions in 1976)
Mozambique (6th appearance, group stages in 1986, 1996, 1998, 2010, 2023)
Nigeria (21st appearance, champions in 1980, 1994, 2013)
Senegal (18th appearance, champions in 2021)
South Africa (12th appearance, champions in 1996)
Sudan (10th appearance, champions in 1970)
Tanzania (4th appearance, group stage in 1980, 2019, 2023)
Tunisia (22nd appearance, champions in 2004)
Uganda (8th appearance, runners-up in 1978)
Zambia (19th appearance, champions in 2012)
Zimbabwe (6th appearance, group stage in 2004, 2006, 2017, 2019, 2021)
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Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat to host the Final Draw for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025
Published: Wednesday, 22 January 2025
The Final Draw for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 will take place in the grand setting of the Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat on Monday, 27 January at 19h00 local time (18h00 GMT).
Inaugurated in 1961 by King Hassan II out of respect to his father, the theatre is an architectural jewel located in the heart of the Moroccan capital.
It embodies the elegance and rich cultural heritage of Morocco, a country that will host a memorable AFCON from 21 December, 2025 to 18 January, 2026.
Rabat is located on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg and has a metropolitan population of 1.8-million.
A key moment for the 24 qualified nations
The Final Draw ceremony, a symbolic starting point for the competition, will see the 24 qualified teams divided into six first round groups for the finals.
The event will bring together leading figures in African football, heads of federations, international media and sports legends, promising a star-filled night.
A show at the crossroads of sport and culture
Sport and culture will intertwine to offer a grandiose show. This celebration will reflect the uniqueness of Moroccan culture and the excellence of the organisation of this 35th edition of Africa’s greatest football competition.
Football fans around the world will be able to follow the Final Draw live on CAF's official social media platforms and partner broadcasters.
Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat to host the Final Draw for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025
Published: Wednesday, 22 January 2025
The Final Draw for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 will take place in the grand setting of the Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat on Monday, 27 January at 19h00 local time (18h00 GMT).
Inaugurated in 1961 by King Hassan II out of respect to his father, the theatre is an architectural jewel located in the heart of the Moroccan capital.
It embodies the elegance and rich cultural heritage of Morocco, a country that will host a memorable AFCON from 21 December, 2025 to 18 January, 2026.
Rabat is located on the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg and has a metropolitan population of 1.8-million.
A key moment for the 24 qualified nations
The Final Draw ceremony, a symbolic starting point for the competition, will see the 24 qualified teams divided into six first round groups for the finals.
The event will bring together leading figures in African football, heads of federations, international media and sports legends, promising a star-filled night.
A show at the crossroads of sport and culture
Sport and culture will intertwine to offer a grandiose show. This celebration will reflect the uniqueness of Moroccan culture and the excellence of the organisation of this 35th edition of Africa’s greatest football competition.
Football fans around the world will be able to follow the Final Draw live on CAF's official social media platforms and partner broadcasters.
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Ramoreboli named Botswana's permanent coach ahead of TotalEnergies CAF AFCON
Published: Thursday, 23 January 2025
South African tactician Morena Ramoreboli has been officially appointed as the permanent head coach of the Botswana national team, the Zebras.
The 42-year-old was named as the permanent coach on Thursday, four days before the Final Draw for the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations.
Ramoreboli steps into the role following a successful stint as interim coach, where he guided the team to qualify for the tournament to be held in Morocco.
This marks Botswana’s first qualification for Africa's flagship sporting event since 2012.
Ramoreboli, who previously managed Botswana Premier League side Jwaneng Galaxy, earned widespread acclaim for his domestic successes.
"Today, we proudly introduce the new Head Coach of the Zebras, Mr. Morena Ramoreboli. His appointment comes at a time when our national team is making us proud and showing great promise," Botswana FA President Oabile Tariq Babitseng said at a press conference to introduce on Thursday.
"Mr. Ramoreboli brings a wealth of experience and success. He holds a CAF A license and has spent over a decade proving his abilities as a top coach.
"With Jwaneng Galaxy, he won two Botswana Premier League titles and qualified for the CAF Champions League twice, defeating big teams like Orlando Pirates and Wydad Athletic Club. His success in regional tournaments, including COSAFA, adds to his impressive profile.
"One of Mr. Ramoreboli’s greatest strengths is his connection to our players. He has worked closely with many of them at club level, and this familiarity will ensure a smooth transition. This makes him the right man to lead the Zebras forward."
During his tenure at Galaxy, he led the team to consecutive league titles and historic qualifications for the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League group stages.
His ability to achieve remarkable results with limited resources captured the attention of the Botswana Football Association (BFA).
The 42-year-old coach’s interim tenure saw him oversee crucial AFCON qualifiers against Egypt and Mauritania.
Despite facing formidable opponents, Botswana secured two vital draws, enough to seal their place at the continental showpiece.
The BFA outlined ambitious targets for the trainer after confirming Ramoreboli’s two-year contract.
These include advancing beyond the AFCON group stages, collecting at least 12 points in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, qualifying for TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2026, and winning the 2025 COSAFA Senior Men's Challenge.
Additionally, he has been tasked with improving Botswana’s FIFA ranking to break into Africa’s top 30.
Ramoreboli expressed his excitement about the opportunity, stating his commitment to building a competitive team for AFCON and beyond.
Botswana currently sits third in their FIFA World Cup qualifying group, trailing Algeria and Mozambique.
His first test as permanent coach will come in March when Botswana hosts Algeria in a crucial World Cup qualifier.
Ramoreboli named Botswana's permanent coach ahead of TotalEnergies CAF AFCON
Published: Thursday, 23 January 2025
South African tactician Morena Ramoreboli has been officially appointed as the permanent head coach of the Botswana national team, the Zebras.
The 42-year-old was named as the permanent coach on Thursday, four days before the Final Draw for the 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations.
Ramoreboli steps into the role following a successful stint as interim coach, where he guided the team to qualify for the tournament to be held in Morocco.
This marks Botswana’s first qualification for Africa's flagship sporting event since 2012.
Ramoreboli, who previously managed Botswana Premier League side Jwaneng Galaxy, earned widespread acclaim for his domestic successes.
"Today, we proudly introduce the new Head Coach of the Zebras, Mr. Morena Ramoreboli. His appointment comes at a time when our national team is making us proud and showing great promise," Botswana FA President Oabile Tariq Babitseng said at a press conference to introduce on Thursday.
"Mr. Ramoreboli brings a wealth of experience and success. He holds a CAF A license and has spent over a decade proving his abilities as a top coach.
"With Jwaneng Galaxy, he won two Botswana Premier League titles and qualified for the CAF Champions League twice, defeating big teams like Orlando Pirates and Wydad Athletic Club. His success in regional tournaments, including COSAFA, adds to his impressive profile.
"One of Mr. Ramoreboli’s greatest strengths is his connection to our players. He has worked closely with many of them at club level, and this familiarity will ensure a smooth transition. This makes him the right man to lead the Zebras forward."
During his tenure at Galaxy, he led the team to consecutive league titles and historic qualifications for the TotalEnergies CAF Champions League group stages.
His ability to achieve remarkable results with limited resources captured the attention of the Botswana Football Association (BFA).
The 42-year-old coach’s interim tenure saw him oversee crucial AFCON qualifiers against Egypt and Mauritania.
Despite facing formidable opponents, Botswana secured two vital draws, enough to seal their place at the continental showpiece.
The BFA outlined ambitious targets for the trainer after confirming Ramoreboli’s two-year contract.
These include advancing beyond the AFCON group stages, collecting at least 12 points in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, qualifying for TotalEnergies CAF CHAN 2026, and winning the 2025 COSAFA Senior Men's Challenge.
Additionally, he has been tasked with improving Botswana’s FIFA ranking to break into Africa’s top 30.
Ramoreboli expressed his excitement about the opportunity, stating his commitment to building a competitive team for AFCON and beyond.
Botswana currently sits third in their FIFA World Cup qualifying group, trailing Algeria and Mozambique.
His first test as permanent coach will come in March when Botswana hosts Algeria in a crucial World Cup qualifier.
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CAF and LOC REVEAL a new Logo for TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 in Rabat
Published: Saturday, 25 January 2025
New TotalEnergies AFCON Morocco 2025 logo celebrates heritage and unity
TotalEnergies AFCON to kick-off on 21 December
Final Draw to be conducted on 27 January 2025
The countdown to Africa’s biggest event; the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025, celebrated a milestone today with the unveiling of the official Logo for the competition in Rabat, Morocco.
The new logo, a modern and iconic symbol for African football, celebrates the heritage and unity of the African continent.
The TotalEnergies CAF AFCON finals, between 21 December 2025 and 18 January 2026 in Morocco, will be the latest chapter in the rich history of Africa’s greatest show and the logo for the tournament bridges the world of sport and art, and tells a story of pride, resilience and hope.
Inspired by Moroccan ‘’zellij’’, a timeless mosaic art form, the tournament logo redefines football as a canvas where creativity, precision and passion collide.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_3S1JolO-Zg
The TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2025 logo reflects the synergy between tradition and modernity. Each pattern and shape symbolizes the unity of nations, players and fans, echoing how football and art come together to create something extraordinary.
Just as zellij pieces are meticulously crafted and assembled to form breathtaking designs, every moment in football builds toward a masterpiece of skill, teamwork and triumph.
The vibrant colors; gold for achievement, green for unity, red for resilience and blue for boundless potential, go beyond mere aesthetics. They embody the spirit of African football, representing the energy of the game, the strength of the players and the passion of the fans.
Merging the geometry of football with the intricate artistry of zellij, it captures the precision and movement of the game while honouring Africa’s cultural legacy. It is a celebration of African craftsmanship and the beauty of football’s dynamism.
TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2025 will be a living gallery of African football, where every pass, goal and cheer from the fans contributes to the art of the game. It is more than a tournament, it is a stage where creativity, culture and sport come together to showcase Africa’s soul to the world.
CAF and LOC REVEAL a new Logo for TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 in Rabat
Published: Saturday, 25 January 2025
New TotalEnergies AFCON Morocco 2025 logo celebrates heritage and unity
TotalEnergies AFCON to kick-off on 21 December
Final Draw to be conducted on 27 January 2025
The countdown to Africa’s biggest event; the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025, celebrated a milestone today with the unveiling of the official Logo for the competition in Rabat, Morocco.
The new logo, a modern and iconic symbol for African football, celebrates the heritage and unity of the African continent.
The TotalEnergies CAF AFCON finals, between 21 December 2025 and 18 January 2026 in Morocco, will be the latest chapter in the rich history of Africa’s greatest show and the logo for the tournament bridges the world of sport and art, and tells a story of pride, resilience and hope.
Inspired by Moroccan ‘’zellij’’, a timeless mosaic art form, the tournament logo redefines football as a canvas where creativity, precision and passion collide.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_3S1JolO-Zg
The TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2025 logo reflects the synergy between tradition and modernity. Each pattern and shape symbolizes the unity of nations, players and fans, echoing how football and art come together to create something extraordinary.
Just as zellij pieces are meticulously crafted and assembled to form breathtaking designs, every moment in football builds toward a masterpiece of skill, teamwork and triumph.
The vibrant colors; gold for achievement, green for unity, red for resilience and blue for boundless potential, go beyond mere aesthetics. They embody the spirit of African football, representing the energy of the game, the strength of the players and the passion of the fans.
Merging the geometry of football with the intricate artistry of zellij, it captures the precision and movement of the game while honouring Africa’s cultural legacy. It is a celebration of African craftsmanship and the beauty of football’s dynamism.
TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2025 will be a living gallery of African football, where every pass, goal and cheer from the fans contributes to the art of the game. It is more than a tournament, it is a stage where creativity, culture and sport come together to showcase Africa’s soul to the world.
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The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morrocco 2025 Final Draw Pots and procedure revealed
Published: Sunday, 26 January 2025
The procedure for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morrocco 2025 Final Draw has been revealed ahead of the ceremony to take place on Monday, 27 January in the Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat at 19h00 local time (18h00 GMT/ 20h00 Cairo time).
The 24 qualified teams will be drawn into six groups each containing four sides, with host nation Morocco placed at the head of Group A.
Current TotalEnergies CAF AFCON champions Cote d’Ivoire will also head one of the other five pools as they sit in Pot 1.
The remainder of the qualified teams will be placed in Pots 1-4 based on their FIFA World Ranking as of 19 December, 2024, and as follows:
Pot 1: Morocco (A1), Senegal, Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria and Cote d’Ivoire
Pot 2: Cameroon, Mali, Tunisia, South Africa, DR Congo and Burkina Faso
Pot 3: Gabon, Angola, Zambia, Uganda, Equatorial Guinea and Benin
Pot 4: Mozambique, Comoros, Tanzania, Sudan, Zimbabwe and Botswana
The procedure of the draw will be:
The ball of Morocco will be drawn first from Pot 1, and it will go to position A1
The balls from Pot 4 will be drawn sequentially to positions A4, B4, C4, D4, E4, F4.
The balls from Pot 3 will be drawn sequentially to positions A3, B3, C3, D3, E3, F3.
The balls from Pot 2 will be drawn sequentially to positions A2, B2, C2, D2, E2, F2.
The remaining balls from Pot 1 (minus Morocco) will be drawn sequentially to positions B1, C1, D1, E1, F1.
The top two teams in each pool as well as the four best third-placed teams will qualify for the round of 16 at the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2025.
The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morrocco 2025 Final Draw Pots and procedure revealed
Published: Sunday, 26 January 2025
The procedure for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morrocco 2025 Final Draw has been revealed ahead of the ceremony to take place on Monday, 27 January in the Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat at 19h00 local time (18h00 GMT/ 20h00 Cairo time).
The 24 qualified teams will be drawn into six groups each containing four sides, with host nation Morocco placed at the head of Group A.
Current TotalEnergies CAF AFCON champions Cote d’Ivoire will also head one of the other five pools as they sit in Pot 1.
The remainder of the qualified teams will be placed in Pots 1-4 based on their FIFA World Ranking as of 19 December, 2024, and as follows:
Pot 1: Morocco (A1), Senegal, Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria and Cote d’Ivoire
Pot 2: Cameroon, Mali, Tunisia, South Africa, DR Congo and Burkina Faso
Pot 3: Gabon, Angola, Zambia, Uganda, Equatorial Guinea and Benin
Pot 4: Mozambique, Comoros, Tanzania, Sudan, Zimbabwe and Botswana
The procedure of the draw will be:
The ball of Morocco will be drawn first from Pot 1, and it will go to position A1
The balls from Pot 4 will be drawn sequentially to positions A4, B4, C4, D4, E4, F4.
The balls from Pot 3 will be drawn sequentially to positions A3, B3, C3, D3, E3, F3.
The balls from Pot 2 will be drawn sequentially to positions A2, B2, C2, D2, E2, F2.
The remaining balls from Pot 1 (minus Morocco) will be drawn sequentially to positions B1, C1, D1, E1, F1.
The top two teams in each pool as well as the four best third-placed teams will qualify for the round of 16 at the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2025.
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CAF and Morocco LOC announce Host Cities and Venues for TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025
Published: Monday, 27 January 2025
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) together with Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football and the Local Organizing Committee of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025 have announced the cities that will host matches in the competition.
Six cities and nine stadiums have been selected for Africa’s flagship football tournament, which will run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026.
They are Rabat, Casablanca, Agadir, Marrakech, Fes and Tangier.
Host Cities and Stadiums:
Host City
Stadium Name
Capacity
Rabat
Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah
69 500
Rabat
Stade Al Barid
18 000
Rabat
Stade Olympique Annexe Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah
21 000
Rabat
Complexe Sportif Prince Héritier Moulay EL Hassan
22 000
Casablanca
Complexe Sportif Mohammed V
45 000
Agadir
Grand Stade d’Agadir
41 144
Marrakech
Grand Stade de Marrakech
41 245
Fes
Complexe Sportif de Fès
35 468
Tangier
Grand Stade de Tanger
75 600
CAF and Morocco LOC announce Host Cities and Venues for TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025
Published: Monday, 27 January 2025
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) together with Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football and the Local Organizing Committee of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025 have announced the cities that will host matches in the competition.
Six cities and nine stadiums have been selected for Africa’s flagship football tournament, which will run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026.
They are Rabat, Casablanca, Agadir, Marrakech, Fes and Tangier.
Host Cities and Stadiums:
Host City
Stadium Name
Capacity
Rabat
Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah
69 500
Rabat
Stade Al Barid
18 000
Rabat
Stade Olympique Annexe Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah
21 000
Rabat
Complexe Sportif Prince Héritier Moulay EL Hassan
22 000
Casablanca
Complexe Sportif Mohammed V
45 000
Agadir
Grand Stade d’Agadir
41 144
Marrakech
Grand Stade de Marrakech
41 245
Fes
Complexe Sportif de Fès
35 468
Tangier
Grand Stade de Tanger
75 600
Draw video (live in less than an hour): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYhlxhJ0ZVM
https://www.cafonline.com/caf-africa-cu ... inal-draw/
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: Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon, Gabon, Mozambique
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: Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon, Gabon, Mozambique
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CAF Executive Committee Approves Match Calendar of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025 and additional CAF Competitions
Published: Tuesday, 28 January 2025
The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) Executive Committee (“EXCO”) met on Monday, 27 January 2025 in Rabat, Morocco, chaired by CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe.
The Executive Committee received a detailed update on the preparations of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (“AFCON”), Morocco 2025.
The Executive Committee approved the match calendar for the competition.
Six cities and nine stadiums have been selected for Africa’s flagship football tournament, which will run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026.
They are Rabat, Casablanca, Agadir, Marrakech, Fes, and Tangier.
The EXCO also received an update on the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (“CHAN”), Kenya Tanzania Uganda 2024. The Competition will now kick-off on Saturday, 02 August and the Final will be played on 30 August 2025.
Women Futsal Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025:
EXCO approved the dates for the Women Futsal Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025. The opening match will be on Tuesday, 22 April 2025 and final match will be played on Wednesday, 30 April 2025.
Two finalists in the competition will qualify for the FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup in Philippines in November/December 2025.
TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (“U-17 AFCON”), Morocco 2025
The Executive Committee approved the new format of the TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (“U-17 AFCON”) Morocco 2025 qualifiers increasing the number of participating teams from 12 to 16.
Opening of Bidding Process for Competitions:
The CAF Executive Committee resolved to open the bidding process for the following competitions:
The Women Champions League 2025, 2026 and 2027
The TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (“U-17 AFCON 2026, 2027 and 2028
The TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (“U-20 AFCON”) 2027, 2029 and 2031
The Executive Committee also received a briefing on the recently held CAF GIFT U17 Football Tournament for Girls that was staged in Tanzania earlier this year.
CAF Executive Committee Approves Match Calendar of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025 and additional CAF Competitions
Published: Tuesday, 28 January 2025
The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) Executive Committee (“EXCO”) met on Monday, 27 January 2025 in Rabat, Morocco, chaired by CAF President Dr Patrice Motsepe.
The Executive Committee received a detailed update on the preparations of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (“AFCON”), Morocco 2025.
The Executive Committee approved the match calendar for the competition.
Six cities and nine stadiums have been selected for Africa’s flagship football tournament, which will run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026.
They are Rabat, Casablanca, Agadir, Marrakech, Fes, and Tangier.
The EXCO also received an update on the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (“CHAN”), Kenya Tanzania Uganda 2024. The Competition will now kick-off on Saturday, 02 August and the Final will be played on 30 August 2025.
Women Futsal Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025:
EXCO approved the dates for the Women Futsal Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025. The opening match will be on Tuesday, 22 April 2025 and final match will be played on Wednesday, 30 April 2025.
Two finalists in the competition will qualify for the FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup in Philippines in November/December 2025.
TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (“U-17 AFCON”), Morocco 2025
The Executive Committee approved the new format of the TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (“U-17 AFCON”) Morocco 2025 qualifiers increasing the number of participating teams from 12 to 16.
Opening of Bidding Process for Competitions:
The CAF Executive Committee resolved to open the bidding process for the following competitions:
The Women Champions League 2025, 2026 and 2027
The TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (“U-17 AFCON 2026, 2027 and 2028
The TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (“U-20 AFCON”) 2027, 2029 and 2031
The Executive Committee also received a briefing on the recently held CAF GIFT U17 Football Tournament for Girls that was staged in Tanzania earlier this year.
https://www.cafonline.com/caf-africa-cu ... occo-2025/
CAF announce match schedule for TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025
Published: Friday, 31 January 2025
Hosts Morocco and Comoros to open the tournament on 21 December, 2025
Six cities and nine stadiums to stage Africa’s flagship sports event
Final to be played at the 69,500-seater Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah in Rabat on 18 January, 2026
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced the match schedule for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025 that will see nine venues used across six cities for the continent’s greatest football show.
Morocco and Comoros will kick-off the tournament on 21 December, 2025 with a Group A fixture at the newly-built 69,500-seater Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah in Rabat, a fitting stage for the grand opening.
Rabat will have four match venues, with other host cities Casablanca, Agadir, Marrakech, Fes and Tangier to have one each.
The four quarter-final fixtures will be played at the Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah in Rabat, as well as in Tangier, Marrakech and Agadir.
The semi-finals will be in Rabat and Tangier, with the third-place play-off set for the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca.
There will be 52 matches over 29 days in a feast of football for fans that showcases the skill and passion of African football.
Click here to download the full match schedule
https://www.cafonline.com/media/50ykqkl ... cco-25.pdf
Morocco, hosting the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON for the first time since 1988, is also preparing to co-host the FIFA World Cup 2030.
CAF announce match schedule for TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025
Published: Friday, 31 January 2025
Hosts Morocco and Comoros to open the tournament on 21 December, 2025
Six cities and nine stadiums to stage Africa’s flagship sports event
Final to be played at the 69,500-seater Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah in Rabat on 18 January, 2026
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced the match schedule for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco 2025 that will see nine venues used across six cities for the continent’s greatest football show.
Morocco and Comoros will kick-off the tournament on 21 December, 2025 with a Group A fixture at the newly-built 69,500-seater Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah in Rabat, a fitting stage for the grand opening.
Rabat will have four match venues, with other host cities Casablanca, Agadir, Marrakech, Fes and Tangier to have one each.
The four quarter-final fixtures will be played at the Sportif Prince Moulay Abdellah in Rabat, as well as in Tangier, Marrakech and Agadir.
The semi-finals will be in Rabat and Tangier, with the third-place play-off set for the Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca.
There will be 52 matches over 29 days in a feast of football for fans that showcases the skill and passion of African football.
Click here to download the full match schedule
https://www.cafonline.com/media/50ykqkl ... cco-25.pdf
Morocco, hosting the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON for the first time since 1988, is also preparing to co-host the FIFA World Cup 2030.
Group-by-group schedule
