Top five favourite countries to lift the 2025 AFCON trophy

As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations approaches, teams from across the continent are preparing, planning, and dreaming of winning the trophy.

Some sides are leading the conversations among fans and experts about who would fight to the end.

Morocco look like clear front-runners. As host nation they carry huge expectations. Their squad is full of players with experience in top European leagues and they enter the tournament with momentum that few others can match.

Senegal stand among the favourites too. They won in 2021 and have maintained a strong core of players with both skill and determination. With players like Sadio Mane, Ismailia Sarr, and Kalidou Koulibaly, they have the potential to go far.

Egypt always demand attention. With a record number of AFCON titles behind them they have the history to believe anything is possible. Mohamed Salah still carries weight at key moments and Egypt will be dangerous if they fire on all cylinders.

Algeria also feature among those tipped to challenge. Though some of their stars are older, they know how to win big and can turn tight matches in their favour. If their attack clicks and their defence holds they may upset the balance.

Nigeria complete the top five. They reached the final in the last AFCON and have depth in their squad. With attackers who can change games and a fan base that will pour support behind them they have both pressure and potential.