AFCON 2025: Ghana Misses Out as COSAFA Region Secures Seven Slots

The qualification race for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has concluded, and the 24 teams that will compete in the biennial tournament have been confirmed.

Notable Absences and Surprising Qualifiers

One of the most significant surprises is the absence of Ghana. The four-time champions, the Black Stars, failed to secure qualification and will be watching the tournament from the sidelines.

In contrast, several countries from the COSAFA region have secured their places in the tournament, showcasing the growing strength and competitiveness of this region in African football.

Traditional powerhouses such as Cameroon, Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa, Tunisia, and defending champions Ivory Coast have successfully qualified and are expected to bring excitement and high-level competition to the tournament. The host nation, Morocco, has an automatic slot for the event scheduled to take place next December.

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Full List of Qualified Teams for AFCON 2025

Here is the complete list of teams that have qualified for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations:

1. Algeria
2. Angola
3. Benin
4. Botswana
5. Burkina Faso
6. Cameroon
7. Comoros
8. Democratic Republic of Congo
9. Egypt
10. Equatorial Guinea
11. Gabon
12. Ivory Coast (Defending Champions)
13. Mali
14. Mozambique
15. Nigeria
16. Senegal
17. South Africa
18. Sudan
19. Tanzania
20. Tunisia
21. Uganda
22. Zambia
23. Zimbabwe
24. Morocco (Hosts)

This tournament promises to be a thrilling showcase of African football, with established giants and rising stars competing for continental glory. Stay tuned for more updates as we build up to AFCON 2025!