The 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) — officially hosted by Morocco from 21 December 2025 through 18 January 2026 — represents one of the most widely viewed sporting events in global football. With 24 national teams competing across 52 matches and nine stadiums, the broadcasting arrangements for AFCON 2025 span every continent, combining free-to-air access with premium pay-TV and digital streaming options.
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This guide is designed as a definitive resource on the official channels
broadcasting the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, including regional breakdowns and
online streaming options. Where available, references are attributed to
licensed broadcast rights holders and CAF announcements.
Introduction: Africa Cup of Nations Broadcasting Rights in Context
The Africa Cup of Nations is the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) flagship national team competition and has experienced exponential global viewership growth over the past decade. In preparation for the 2025 tournament in Morocco, CAF negotiated a record number of international broadcast rights agreements, expanding both free access in key markets and premium distribution worldwide.
In contrast to earlier tournaments where rights were predominantly regional, AFCON 2025 broadcasting rights have been secured for well over 180 territories, with commitments from major pay-TV networks, free-to-air broadcasters, and digital platforms. These agreements ensure that fans everywhere — regardless of their region or preferred viewing platform — can follow every moment of the competition.
1. Africa: The Core Market for AFCON 2025 Broadcasts
Africa remains the primary territory for AFCON broadcasting, with extensive coverage on both free-to-air and paid channels. CAF has expanded its regional agreements to maximize accessibility across the continent, including multilingual commentary and dedicated sports channels.
| Country / Region | Official Broadcast Channel(s) | Broadcast Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morocco | SNRT (Arryadia HD3, Al Aoula, SNRT Live) | Free-to-Air & Online | Host nation coverage |
| South Africa | SuperSport / SABC (free games) | Pay-TV & FTA | Extensive multilingual commentary |
| Nigeria | BON, NTA, SuperSport | FTA & Pay-TV | English & local options |
| Algeria | EPTV (coverage of select matches) | Free-to-Air | National team matches highlighted |
| Angola | Televisão Pública de Angola | FTA | Local broadcasts |
| Benin | Benin TV | FTA | Regional coverage |
| Burkina Faso | RTB TV | FTA | All matches |
| Ghana | — | — | Not broadcast locally (as of tournament start) |
| Tanzania | Azam Sports | Pay-TV | Full coverage |
In many African regions, **SuperSport** — now part of Canal+ / MultiChoice’s integrated broadcast network — holds primary rights for Sub-Saharan Africa, delivering matches in multiple languages including English, Portuguese, and several African languages such as Swahili, isiZulu and Setswana. This expanded linguistic approach represents one of the broadest multilingual AFCON telecast strategies ever implemented.
At the same time, national public broadcasters like SNRT (Morocco), EPTV (Algeria), and others have secured key free-to-air packages to ensure local fans can watch matches involving their teams without subscription barriers.
2. Middle East and North Africa (MENA): Premium Rights and Pan-Regional Access
In the Middle East and North Africa, **beIN Sports** holds the exclusive rights to broadcast the Africa Cup of Nations 2025. Their dedicated “MAX” channel package (e.g., beIN SPORTS MAX1, MAX2, etc.) offers comprehensive live match coverage, studio shows, analysis segments, and commentary in Arabic and sometimes French, providing detailed regional coverage across MENA.
This rights deal reflects beIN Sports’ continued investment in African football property, strengthening its sports portfolio alongside football leagues and other international competitions. Fans in countries from Morocco to the Gulf region can tune into live matches via satellite, online streaming on beIN Connect, and mobile app platforms.
Regional Note: Some local terrestrial broadcasters in MENA (e.g., Moroccan terrestrial channels or regional affiliates) may also offer re-broadcasts or simultaneous telecasts of select matches depending on national agreements.
3. Europe: Free-to-Air Expansion Meets Pay-TV Partnerships
Europe represents one of the fastest-growing markets for AFCON broadcast coverage, with a substantial record of official partnerships that span multiple countries and viewing platforms. These agreements reflect CAF’s strategic goal of expanding AFCON’s international footprint beyond the core African diaspora.
| Country | Broadcaster | Broadcast Type |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Channel 4 (E4, 4Seven, Channel 4 Streaming, YouTube) | Free-to-Air + Digital |
| Spain | Movistar | Pay-TV |
| Italy | Sport Italia | Pay-TV |
| Netherlands | Ziggo Sport | Pay-TV |
| Germany / Austria / Switzerland | SportDigital & Joyn | Pay-TV / Streaming |
| Serbia / Bosnia / Montenegro | Arena Sport | Pay-TV |
| Cyprus | Cablenet | Pay-TV |
| Greece | ERT Sport | Public TV |
| Ukraine / Poland | Megogo | Streaming / Pay-TV |
| Israel | Sport 5 | Pay-TV |
The most notable European broadcasting arrangement is the historic **Channel 4 deal in the United Kingdom**, which for the first time makes all 52 matches of AFCON 2025 available free-to-air via terrestrial and digital platforms (Channel 4, E4, 4Seven, Channel 4 streaming services, and YouTube). This move significantly increases AFCON’s accessibility in one of Europe’s largest TV markets.
In other European countries, regional pay-TV and streaming services have acquired rights reflecting local market dynamics. For example, Ziggo Sport in the Netherlands and Movistar in Spain provide live broadcasts, while platforms like Megogo and Joyn enhance digital streaming reach across Eastern and Central Europe. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
4. Americas, Asia & Oceania: Global Streaming and Regional Rights
For viewers in the Americas and Asia Pacific, a combination of traditional and digital broadcasters ensures AFCON 2025 is accessible worldwide:
- In the United States and Canada, **beIN Sports** holds primary distribution rights, with matches also available via streaming through services like FuboTV and Sling TV.
- In many parts of Latin America, local sports networks such as **Win Sports (Colombia)** and others provide regional AFCON coverage.
- In South America outside Colombia, broadcasters including Claro Sports have historically taken rights in select countries.
- In Asia, viewers can find matches on platforms such as **DAZN** in select markets (e.g., Japan), and additional regional sports channels depending on local contracts.
- In Australia and Oceania, **beIN Sports** continues its tradition of providing football rights, including AFCON, through pay-TV and digital streaming.
5. Online Streaming and Digital Access Options
Beyond traditional television broadcasts, multiple online platforms offer live streaming or on-demand services for AFCON 2025:
- Official Broadcaster Apps: Networks such as beIN Sports, SuperSport, Channel 4, and others provide dedicated streaming apps or platforms enabling live and replay access across mobile and connected devices.
- CAF Digital Channels: CAF ONLINE and CAF’s official digital platforms offer select content streams, match previews, and highlights to a global audience.
- Free Digital Streaming: Channel 4’s YouTube channel provides free live stream access in the UK market.
- International Streaming Services: FuboTV, Sling TV, and similar OTT providers deliver rights in markets such as North America for subscribers.
6. Key Takeaways for Viewers Worldwide
The broadcasting landscape for the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 reflects an unprecedented global approach to distribution, characterized by:
- Expanded Free-to-Air Access in major markets like the UK and Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Comprehensive Pay-TV and Streaming Rights through networks such as beIN Sports, SuperSport, Movistar, Ziggo Sport, and others.
- Wide Digital Coverage via broadcaster apps and CAF’s own digital properties, ensuring accessibility across devices.
- Regional Localization with multilingual commentary and country-specific broadcast arrangements.
Frequently Asked Questions About AFCON 2025 Broadcasts
Can I watch all AFCON 2025 matches free?
Yes. In the United Kingdom, every AFCON 2025 match is available free-to-air on Channel 4 platforms. In many African countries, national broadcasters and public channels also provide free or partial free access. However, some regions require subscription services like beIN Sports or SuperSport.
Do streaming services carry AFCON 2025 live?
Yes. Official broadcasters offer online streaming via apps and web platforms, including beIN Connect, SuperSport’s digital service, Channel 4 streaming, and FuboTV in the United States.
Are AFCON broadcasts available in multiple languages?
Yes. On networks such as SuperSport, matches are broadcast with commentary in languages such as English, Portuguese, French, and several African languages depending on the region.
Which channel covers AFCON 2025 in the United States?
In the United States, beIN Sports holds the primary broadcasting rights, often in partnership with streaming providers like FuboTV.
Conclusion
The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 broadcasting ecosystem represents a landmark in global sports distribution. Thanks to strategic partnerships with broadcasters across Africa, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, and beyond, fans worldwide can watch every moment of this historic football tournament. Whether through free-to-air channels, premium sports networks, or online streaming platforms, the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025™ has never been more accessible.
