Summary
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 has reached the semifinal stage, featuring Morocco, Nigeria, Egypt, and Senegal. Morocco is hosting the tournament and will face Nigeria, while Egypt and Senegal are the other teams still competing for the title. Morocco is considered the favorite due to their strong performance and playing at home.
Key Facts
- AFCON 2025 has reached the semifinals, with Morocco, Nigeria, Egypt, and Senegal still in the competition.
- Morocco is the host country and is playing against Nigeria in the semifinals.
- Morocco has not lost a match since the last AFCON tournament and recently defeated Cameroon in the quarterfinals.
- Moroccan coach Walid Regragui stated that the team must continue focusing on each game.
- Real Madrid winger Brahim Diaz has scored five goals in five matches for Morocco.
- Nigeria's team, led by players Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, is the tournament's top scorer with 14 goals.
- Nigeria did not qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 but has performed well in AFCON.
- Morocco and Nigeria will face each other, both having historical strengths in continental football competitions.
