Find out where to watch the AFCON 2025 (2026) tournament in the USA today. This edition of the tournament promises to be one of biggest in the history even as Morocco looks to dominate the African football scene.
How to Watch AFCON 2025 in the USA
In the United States, beIN SPORTS holds the exclusive broadcast rights for the AFCON tournament for the 2025 edition. Soccer fans can access beIN SPORTS on TV or via live streaming across platforms such as FuboTV, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.
FuboTV
FuboTV is a household name when it comes to sports broadcasting and content across some of the biggest sports events including the Premier League and the Euros. It offers a free trial, DVR, etc.
Sling TV
Sling TV comes with beIN SPORTS. You can enjoy the action by activating the Soccer Pass add-on.
YouTube TV
YouTube TV is also another option you can watch the tournament in the USA. It comes with beIN SPORTS.
List of English Premier League players at the tournament
1. Mohamed Salah – Egypt
2. Bryan Mbeumo – Cameroon
3. Dango Ouattara – Burkina Faso
4. Carlos Baleba – Cameroon
5. Nicolas Jackson – Senegal
6. Edouard Mendy – Senegal
7. Pape Sarr – Senegal
8. Idrissa Gueye – Senegal
9. Cheick Doucouré – Mali
10. Yves Bissouma – Mali
11. Mohammed Kudus – Ghana
12. Thomas Partey – Ghana
13. Wilfried Zaha – Ivory Coast
14. Sébastien Haller – Ivory Coast
15. Simon Adingra – Ivory Coast
16. Ibrahim Sangaré – Ivory Coast
17. Alex Iwobi – Nigeria
18. Calvin Bassey – Nigeria
19. Frank Onyeka – Nigeria
20. Taiwo Awoniyi – Nigeria
21. Yoane Wissa – DR Congo
22. Aaron Wan-Bissaka – DR Congo
23. Elia Meschack – DR Congo
24. Joris Kayembe – DR Congo
25. Nayef Aguerd – Morocco
26. Sofyan Amrabat – Morocco
27. Hakim Ziyech – Morocco
28. Rayan Aït-Nouri – Algeria
29. Saïd Benrahma – Algeria
30. Issa Diop – Senegal
31. Moussa Djenepo – Mali
32. Abdoulaye Doucouré – Mali
List of countries
Morocco (Host nation), Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, Egypt, Cameroon, Algeria, Tunisia, South Africa, Mali, Burkina Faso, DR Congo, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Zambia, Angola, Cape Verde, Comoros, Mauritania, Tanzania, Equatorial Guinea, Mozambique, Namibia
AFCON 2025 (2026) GROUPS
Group A
Morocco
Comoros
Zambia
Tanzania
Group B
Ivory Coast
South Africa
Guinea-Bissau
Mauritania
Group C
Nigeria
Ghana
Angola
Mozambique
Group D
Senegal
Algeria
Namibia
Equatorial Guinea
Group E
Egypt
Cameroon
Cape Verde
Burkina Faso
Group F
Mali
DR Congo
Guinea
Tunisia
AFCON 2025 (2026) Schedule
The AFCON tournament will be held between 21 December 2025 and 18 January 2026. Morocco will take on Comoros on 21 December 2025 at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
Teams to watch
1. Morocco
Morocco is currently a football powerhouse not just on the African continent, but at the world stage. The team finished in the semifinals at the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Key players like Achraf Hakimi are expected to lead the team.
2. Ivory Coast
Ivory coast is a football powerhouse on the African continent. They are also the defending champions following their triumph at the finals in 2023. Key players to watch include Sébastien Haller, Wilfried Zaha, and Simon Adingra.
3. Nigeria
The Super Eagles of Nigeria remains a powerhouse having won the tournament up to four times. Key players to watch include Victor Osimhen.
4. Senegal
Senegal won the tournament in 2021 and is still a top team in the tournament. Key players to watch include Sadio Mané, Edouard Mendy, and Nicolas Jackson.
5. Egypt
Egypt is a record winner of the tournament with seven titles.
Key players to watch
Mohamed Salah
Mohamed Salah sits at the top of the power rankings when it comes to the best players to watch at the tournament. He is often regarded as Africa’s biggest star, known for his goals and leadership.
Achraf Hakimi
Achraf Hakimi heads into this tournament as a big name. He is arguably Morocco's best player known for his defensive solidity with attacking flair.
Victor Osimhen
The Nigerian star is known for his explosive pace, aerial dominance, and finishing. He has played a key role in the team since his first appearance.
Sadio Mané
Sadio Mané is a big name who brings experience and creativity having played a key role in Senegal's successful outing in 2021.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
The next name is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang who plays as a forward and known for his