Ivory Coast, the defending champions, are set to face off against Cameroon in a highly anticipated group stage match of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), scheduled to be held in Morocco.
The draw, held in Rabat, placed the Elephants in Group F, where they will also take on Gabon, led by Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, and Mozambique.
The tournament will kick off on December 21, 2025, and run until January 18, 2026, with Morocco hosting the opening match against Comoros.
Group C promises an exciting rivalry renewal, as Nigeria, who finished runners-up in 2023, will face off against Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania. Uganda and Tanzania will also square off as co-hosts for the 2027 Afcon.
In Group B, regional rivals South Africa, Angola, and Zimbabwe will battle it out alongside Egypt, led by Mohamed Salah. Group E features Sudan, who qualified despite the ongoing civil conflict, squaring off against Algeria.
Defending champions Senegal, who claimed the 2021 title, will face DR Congo in Group D. The draw ceremony was graced by football legends such as Mustapha Hadji, Serge Aurier, and Joseph Yobo.
The tournament will see 24 teams divided into six groups, with the top two from each group and the four best third-placed teams advancing to the knockout stage.
Key Matches to Watch:
- Group A: Hosts Morocco vs. Comoros in the opening match.
- Group E: Sudan, amid civil unrest, take on Algeria’s Desert Foxes.
- Group F: A blockbuster encounter as Ivory Coast and Cameroon reignite their rivalry.
The stage is set for a thrilling tournament full of drama and intense competition!
