The countdown has begun for the exciting draw of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which brings together millions of football fans from all over the continent. ‘
Scheduled for tonight at 20h00, the draw will be broadcast live on SABC 2, allowing fans to witness the formation of groups that will set the stage for Africa’s biggest football showdown.
Pots Breakdown
Twenty-four teams have qualified for AFCON 2025. They are split into four groups based on their CAF rankings and recent results. Here’s how the pots are organised:
Pot 1:
Morocco is located in North Africa.
Senegal
Egypt
Algeria is a country in North Africa.
Nigeria
Côte d’Ivoire
Pot 2:
Cameroon
Mali
Tunisia
South Africa
DR Congo
Burkina Faso
Pot 3:
Gabon
Angola
Zambia
Uganda
Equatorial Guinea
Benin
Pot 4:
Mozambique is a country in Southeast Africa.
Comoros
Tanzania
Sudan
Zimbabwe
Botswana
What to Look Out For
With strong teams like Morocco, Senegal, and Egypt in Pot 1, they are expected to lead their groups. Pot 2 teams like South Africa and Cameroon can compete well against stronger teams, so the draw is hard to guess.
Pot 3 includes teams like Zambia and Gabon, which have been improving lately and could surprise everyone. Pot 4 has countries like Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Comoros, which are less favoured but ready to surprise everyone.
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Important Stories to Watch
Will Morocco and Senegal continue to be leaders? These two teams have done well in international and regional competitions and are considered top contenders for the title.
South Africa’s Redemption Journey: After being put in Pot 2, Bafana Bafana fans are optimistic that their team can dodge tough matchups and gain strength for a successful game.
Underdogs Rising: Teams like Zimbabwe and Botswana are eager to show their skills in Africa’s biggest competitions. At the same time, fans hope for exciting surprise successes.
The “Group of Death” Factor: Every year, the AFCON draws often result in one very tough group, and fans are excited to find out which teams will be in this year’s most challenging group.
How to Listen In
The AFCON 2025 draw will be broadcast live at 20h00 on SABC 2. If fans can’t watch on TV, they can get live information on social media and sports websites. This year’s draw promises to deliver high-stakes drama and fuel debates as fans analyse the matchups.
Planning for the Future
The excitement before the draw is just a preview of what’s coming when the game starts. AFCON 2025 will showcase Africa’s best football players, promising a great display of skill, determination, and emotion.
The groups will be announced tonight, and fans can start making guesses and supporting their favourite teams.
