Moroccan forward Ayoub El Kaabi’s stunning bicycle kick has headlined the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) list of the five most spectacular goals from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, which concluded last Sunday in Morocco.
El Kaabi’s acrobatic effort against Comoros stood out for its technical brilliance, earning widespread praise from fans and pundits alike.
Senegal ultimately claimed the AFCON title for the second time in history, defeating host nation Morocco 1-0 after extra time in a tense final.
Pape Gueye scored the decisive goal in the fourth minute of extra time, bringing the curtain down on a tournament defined by skill, passion, and dramatic moments.
El Kaabi’s memorable tournament
El Kaabi had a strong AFCON campaign, scoring three goals and providing one assist across six matches. He first drew attention in Morocco’s opening 2-0 win over Comoros, coming off the bench to score with a perfectly executed bicycle kick, a goal that would later headline CAF’s highlight reel.
The Olympiacos man’s performance throughout the tournament underscored his movement, finishing, and composure on the big stage.
CAF’s top-five goals also featured Senegalese striker Pape Gueye’s match-winner in the final, Christian Koffi’s strike for Cameroon against Mozambique, Algerian forward Adil Boulbina’s dramatic 119th-minute winner over DR Congo, and Akor Adams’ goal for Nigeria against Algeria.
Boulbina’s last-minute heroics highlighted the impact of substitutes in critical moments.
So many goals, so many moments. Here are the top five from the #TotalEnergiesAFCON2025. ⚽️🤩@1xBet_Eng pic.twitter.com/INpru1Aggv
— TotalEnergies AFCON 2025 (@CAF_Online) January 21, 2026
Record-breaking tournament scoring
AFCON 2025 saw a total of 121 goals, surpassing the previous 2023 record of 119. The tournament showcased Africa’s attacking talent, with a blend of flair, creativity, and competitive intensity that captivated fans worldwide.
