AFCON 2025 Qualifiers – Final Wrap-Up

The road to the 2025 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has officially come to an end, with 24 nations securing their spots for the highly anticipated tournament. Mozambique clinched the final spot after a 2-1 victory over Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, completing the list of teams that will compete in Morocco next year.

The qualification campaign, which began in September 2024, saw 48 African teams battle it out for a place in the 35th edition of the continent’s premier football competition. Throughout the process, there were moments of jubilation for countries like Zimbabwe and Botswana, who will return to the tournament after absences of 2 and 12 years, respectively.

As the qualifiers wrapped up, Morocco, as hosts, had already earned an automatic spot, but their impressive form during the qualification rounds was undeniable. Alongside them, teams like Senegal, Egypt, Nigeria, Algeria, Angola, Zambia, Mali, and Cameroon topped their groups, showcasing the depth of talent across the continent. South Africa also made headlines, finishing unbeaten in their group with a 3-0 win over South Sudan, one of only eight teams to go through the qualifiers without defeat.

Perhaps the biggest shock came from Ghana, Africa’s highest-ranked team, who failed to win a single match during the qualifying stage, marking a major upset in the process. The drama of the final day added an extra layer of excitement, with Sudan and Benin securing their spots at the tournament, further highlighting the unpredictable nature of African football.

In Group A, Comoros led the standings with 12 points, edging out Tunisia, who finished with 10. Botswana secured a crucial point in Cairo against Egypt, ensuring their qualification with 8 points, while Egypt topped the group with 14. Meanwhile, Group B saw Morocco dominate, ending with a perfect 18 points, including a resounding 7-0 win over Lesotho, while Gabon finished in second place with 10 points.

In the much-talked-about Group F, Angola emerged as the surprise leaders, finishing with 14 points, while Ghana, despite their pedigree, were left stunned with zero wins, ending their campaign in the most disappointing fashion.

The other groups saw competitive battles as Zambia, with 13 points, and Ivory Coast, the defending champions, with 12 points, qualified from Group G. DR Congo and Tanzania secured their spots from Group H, finishing with 12 and 10 points, respectively. Cameroon and Zimbabwe finished strong in Group J, while Senegal dominated Group L with 16 points, edging out Burkina Faso, who finished with 10.

The final tally of 24 teams includes a blend of established giants and emerging forces, ensuring that the AFCON 2025 will be a fascinating contest. Among the qualified teams are perennial powerhouses like Algeria, Egypt, and Senegal, along with exciting newcomers and returning nations such as Botswana, Mozambique, and Tanzania.

The qualification process has highlighted the increasing competitiveness of African football, with teams like Sudan and Benin making their mark, and other countries like Angola, Gabon, and DR Congo returning to the tournament after some time away.

Qualified Teams for TotalEnergies CAF AFCON 2025:

The road to Morocco 2025 has been a thrilling journey, and now, anticipation is building for what promises to be one of the most exciting editions of the Africa Cup of Nations.

With the qualifiers complete, the stage is set for a tournament that will showcase the talent, passion, and competitive spirit that make African football so unique.

With the final 24 now confirmed, all eyes are on Morocco, where the continent’s top footballing talent will battle it out for supremacy.

The countdown to AFCON 2025 has begun, and it’s clear that this edition will be one to remember for years to come. The energy is palpable, the stakes are high, and as the tournament draws closer, football fans across Africa are eagerly awaiting the chance to witness the very best that the continent has to offer.

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