The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers draw will take place on July 4, 2024, in Johannesburg, South Africa, setting the stage for teams to battle for a spot in the finals hosted by Morocco.
The countdown to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers has begun as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) gears up for the much-anticipated draw. The biennial tournament, which brings together the best teams from across the continent, is set to take place in Morocco, with the host nation aiming to defend its crown on home soil.
The draw for the qualifying groups will take place on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in Johannesburg, South Africa, at the SuperSport studios. The ceremony will commence at 2:30 PM local time (3:30 PM Cairo time, 12:30 PM GMT), with football fans eagerly awaiting the unveiling of the matchups that will determine the 24 teams to join Morocco at the 2025 Afcon finals.
Among the teams vying for qualification are defending champions Ivory Coast, runners-up Nigeria, and bronze medalists South Africa, along with powerhouses like Algeria, Egypt, Ghana, and Senegal. The journey to Morocco will not be an easy one, as these nations will face stiff competition from the likes of Cameroon, Tunisia, and other emerging forces in African football.
The qualifiers are scheduled to kick off in September 2024, with teams battling through a series of group stages and knockout rounds to secure their place at the prestigious tournament. Fans can expect intense rivalries, high-stakes matches, and thrilling moments as the road to the 2025 Afcon unfolds.
