How to Watch Africa Cup of Nations 2025 Online Live

Brahim Díaz and Ayoub El-Kaabi scored after the break as hosts Morocco began their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a comfortable 2–0 win against Comoros in the tournament’s opening match on Sunday.

The victory also extended Morocco’s world-record winning streak to 19 consecutive matches. Currently Africa’s highest-ranked side at 11th in the FIFA rankings, Morocco dominated the encounter in front of 60,180 spectators. The match was attended by Moroccan Crown Prince Moulay Hassan, who appeared on the pitch before kick-off, as well as FIFA president Gianni Infantino.

“Morocco’s forward #20 Ayoub El-Kaabi celebrates with Morocco’s defender #05 Nayef Aguerd and Morocco’s forward #10 Brahim Diaz after scoring his team’s second goal during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) group A football match between Morocco and Comoros at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on December 21, 2025. (AFP)”

What to Know About the Africa Cup of Nations 2025

The Africa Cup of Nations kicked off on Sunday, with Ivory Coast aiming to defend their 2023 title. Morocco, Egypt, and Senegal are considered pre-tournament favorites.

Prize money remains the same as the previous edition, with the champions set to receive $7 million and the runners-up $4 million. The total prize fund stands at $32 million.

Key Dates:

• Group stage: December 21–31
• Round of 16: January 3–6
• Quarterfinals: January 9–10
• Semifinals: January 14
• Third-place playoff: January 17
• Final: January 18

Groups:

• Group A: Morocco, Mali, Zambia, Comoros
• Group B: Egypt, South Africa, Angola, Zimbabwe
• Group C: Nigeria, Tunisia, Uganda, Tanzania
• Group D: Senegal, DR Congo, Benin, Botswana
• Group E: Algeria, Burkina Faso, Equatorial Guinea, Sudan
• Group F: Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Gabon, Mozambique

How to Watch the Tournament

United Kingdom:
Channel 4 holds exclusive rights to all 52 AFCON 2025 matches, streaming every game live free-to-air via the Channel 4 website/app and the Channel 4 Sport YouTube channel.

Middle East & North Africa (MENA):

beIN Sports provides extensive live coverage on TV and digital platforms via beIN Sports Connect, with commentary available in Arabic, English, and French.

Sub-Saharan Africa:

SuperSport (part of MultiChoice/Canal+) broadcasts all matches live on DStv, GOtv, and through the SuperSport/CANAL+ apps with multiple language commentary options. SABC Sport in South Africa will also air matches on SABC 2, SABC Sport, and SABC+ free-to-air and via streaming.

Streaming Options by Region:

• TOD app (AFCON Pass): official subscription-based streaming of all matches.
• beIN Sports Connect: official streaming for beIN-covered regions, subscription or pay-per-view required.

Watching from Anywhere:

Fans outside their local coverage area can use a VPN to access official streams, such as Channel 4 in the UK or SABC in South Africa.

TV Telecast by Country:

• Algeria – EPTV
• Angola – Televisão Pública de Angola
• Belgium – Tipik, La Une
• Benin – Bénin TV
• Bulgaria – Max Sport
• Burkina Faso – RTB TV
• Cameroon – CRTV Sports
• Canada – beIN Sports
• Colombia – Win Sports
• Croatia – SportKlub
• Equatorial Guinea – TVGE
• France – beIN Sports France
• Germany – Sportdigital
• Greece – Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation
• Iran – Persiana Sports
• India – Fancode
• Ireland – Channel 4
• Italy – Sportitalia, Solo Calcio
• Ivory Coast – RTI, Canal+ Afrique
• Mali – ORTM
• Morocco – SNRT
• Netherlands – Ziggo Sport
• Niger – Télé Sahel
• Nigeria – BON, NTA
• Portugal – Sport TV
• South Africa – SABC Sport
• Spain – Movistar
• Tanzania – Azam Sports
• Turkey – Exxen
• Uganda – NBC Sport
• United Kingdom – Channel 4
• United States – beIN Sports
• Zambia – ZNBC
• MENA – beIN Sports
• Sub-Saharan Africa – SuperSport