AFCON 2025 secures record media rights deals across Europe
18th December 2025
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced a record 20 media rights partnerships covering more than 30 European territories for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025), significantly boosting the tournament’s visibility and commercial strength.
The competition, set to kick off on December 21, 2025, in Morocco, will now be accessible to millions of viewers across Europe, including the African diaspora, underlining the growing global appeal of African football.
CAF’s Strategy
CAF described the deals as a major step in its broader strategy to increase the value, reach, and visibility of African competitions worldwide. The expanded coverage ensures that AFCON will showcase the best of African talent and passion to new audiences.
Headline Broadcast Agreements
- United Kingdom: Landmark deal with Channel 4, broadcasting all 52 matches free-to-air for the first time.
- Spain: Partnership with Movistar, expected to attract strong viewership due to Spain’s close football ties with Morocco and its sizeable Moroccan community.
- Greece: Return to nationwide free-to-air coverage via ERT.
- Norway: First-time free-to-air coverage through VGTV.
- Italy & Netherlands: Sport Italia and Ziggo Sport to continue coverage, building on strong audiences from the previous AFCON.
- DACH Region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland): Ongoing coverage via SportDigital.
Tournament Overview
- Dates: December 21, 2025 – January 18, 2026
- Host: Morocco
- Teams: 24 nations
- Matches: 52 fixtures
- Venues: 9 stadiums across Morocco
This record-breaking broadcast expansion represents a watershed moment for African football, ensuring AFCON 2025 will enjoy unprecedented exposure across Europe. For CAF, it’s not only about commercial growth but also about cultural impact, giving millions of fans — particularly in diaspora communities — the chance to connect with Africa’s premier football spectacle.