The draw for the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) took place in Durban, revealing the group compositions:
Group A:
- South Africa
- Angola
- Morocco
- Cape Verde
Group B:
- Ghana
- Mali
- Niger
- DR Congo
Group C:
- Zambia
- Nigeria
- Burkina Faso
- Ethiopia
Group D:
- Ivory Coast
- Tunisia
- Algeria
- Togo
Each group presents its own challenges, and the analysis begins with Group A, where the host country, South Africa (Bafana Bafana), is joined by Angola, Morocco, and Cape Verde. South Africa has the advantage of being the host but questions linger about their form after an absence from major competitions for four years. Angola has shown good football but has been inconsistent in major events. Morocco, a former finalist, is under new management with Rachid Taoussi. Cape Verde, having eliminated Cameroon in qualifying, will aim to strengthen its position in the tournament.
