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AFCON 2025: Facts about AFCON 2025 in Morocco


Published on 2025-01-27 15:45:35 - MSN
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  • The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is set to be a landmark tournament in African football history. The post AFCON 2025: Facts about AFCON 2025 in Morocco first appeared on Africa Top Sports.

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 will be hosted by Morocco, marking the second time the country has hosted the tournament, the first being in 1988. Scheduled from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, this edition will feature an expanded format with 24 teams, up from the previous 16, following the trend set by the 2019 tournament in Egypt. The tournament will not only showcase football but also highlight Morocco's infrastructure and cultural heritage, with matches taking place in various cities across the country. Morocco's football legacy includes winning the AFCON in 1976, and the nation has been a consistent qualifier for the tournament. The event is expected to boost tourism, promote cultural exchange, and enhance Morocco's international profile, especially following their commendable performance in the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

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