The excitement is palpable as the countdown to the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 officially kicks off. With just over a year to go until the prestigious tournament, fans from all over Africa are eagerly gearing up for what promises to be an unforgettable celebration of football.
Morocco, which last hosted the tournament in 1988, is pulling out all the stops to ensure a spectacular event. The Royal Moroccan Football Federation has announced that iconic stadiums, including the Mohammed V Stadium in Casablanca, the Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, and the Ibn Batouta Stadium in Tangier, will serve as key venues.
The much-anticipated draw for the tournament will take place on January 27, 2025, at the illustrious Mohammed V National Theatre in Rabat. This draw will determine the groups for the 24 qualified teams, with Morocco automatically placed in Group A as the host nation. Other top contenders such as Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, Egypt, and Nigeria will also be eagerly awaiting their placements.
With the tournament set to run from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, the Atlas Lions are poised to showcase Morocco’s readiness to host a world-class event. The national team, buoyed by their historic semi-final run in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, is eager to make their mark on home soil.
As preparations intensify, the nation is abuzz with excitement. Fans can look forward to a month-long festival of football, cultural festivities, and unforgettable moments. The anticipation is building, and the stage is set for a celebration of the beautiful game like no other.
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