AFCON 2025 Draw: What to Expect
The African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 draw is scheduled to take place on January 27, 2025, in Rabat, Morocco. The draw will determine the groups for the 24 qualified teams, setting the stage for the continent’s premier international football competition.
Draw Procedure
The draw procedure will involve placing the 24 qualified teams into four pots of six teams, based on the FIFA Rankings.¹ The teams will then be drawn into six groups, each containing four teams. The top two teams in each group, along with the four best third-placed teams, will advance to the round of 16.
Qualified Teams
Some of the qualified teams include:
- Host Nation: Morocco
- Top Seeds: Algeria, Cameroon, Egypt, Senegal
- Other Qualified Teams: Angola, Burkina Faso, Comoros, Cote d’Ivoire, DR Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Mali, Nigeria, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Draw Ceremony
The draw ceremony will start at 8 pm CAT on January 27, 2025. Representatives from all 24 qualified teams will be in attendance. The representatives will also assess the match venues, training facilities, and hotel infrastructure during their visit to Morocco.
What to Expect from the Draw
The draw is expected to be a highly anticipated event, with football fans across the continent eagerly waiting to see which teams will be paired together. The draw will also provide a glimpse into the potential matchups and rivalries that will emerge during the tournament.
Implications of the Draw
The draw will have significant implications for the teams participating in the tournament. A favorable draw can provide a team with a relatively easy path to the knockout stages, while a difficult draw can make it challenging for a team to advance.
Conclusion
The AFCON 2025 draw is a crucial milestone in the buildup to the tournament. With the qualified teams eagerly awaiting the draw, football fans across the continent are bracing themselves for an exciting and unpredictable tournament.
