Sports: AFCON-2025 Qualifying Draw Set For July-4 In Johannesburg (Full Details)

Sports: AFCON-2025 Qualifying Draw Set For July-4 In Johannesburg (Full Details)

In a thrilling announcement, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) confirmed that the qualifying draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will be held in Johannesburg, South Africa, on July 4. The anticipation is palpable as 48 teams prepare to vie for a spot in the prestigious tournament hosted by Morocco.

The draw will see these teams divided into 12 groups of four, with the top two from each group earning their place in the finals. Morocco, the host nation, will be included in the draw despite already being guaranteed a spot in the tournament. This means that only one other team from Morocco’s group will secure a ticket to the finals, adding an extra layer of competition.

The qualifying matches are scheduled to take place across three windows: September, October, and November. Among the teams gearing up for this intense qualifying series are the Super Eagles of Nigeria, who are ready to battle it out against their formidable opponents.

Teams such as Liberia, Chad, South Sudan, and Eswatini have already triumphed in a preliminary round, joining the continent’s top 44 ranked nations in the group draw. This sets the stage for an electrifying series of matches that will determine who gets to compete in Morocco.

While the exact dates for the 2025 AFCON finals have yet to be announced by CAF, the football community is buzzing with excitement. As fans and teams eagerly await the draw, the upcoming qualifiers promise to deliver high-stakes action and unforgettable moments on the road to Africa’s premier football tournament.