The Africa Cup of Nations trophy was unveiled in London, kicking off its Morocco 2025 Diaspora Tour. The tour, which celebrates the spirit of African football, will travel to Paris and then Tokyo before the tournament begins in Morocco. Former Kenya midfielder Victor Wanyama attended the unveiling and spoke about the challenges teams face in qualifying. “It takes great effort, both physically and technically, to reach that level. Nothing comes easy—nobody is there to joke. African football is incredibly competitive, and both players and teams are deeply committed,” he said.
The Africa Cup of Nations returns this December, with Morocco hosting the continent’s premier football event. The competition will run from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, with matches staged in Casablanca, Marrakech, Rabat and Agadir. The tournament promises to showcase African talent, spirit and unity.
Wanyama also highlighted the growing passion for football across the continent, citing Madagascar as an example of a nation that has risen from obscurity to become one of Africa’s top footballing countries. “African people have a deep passion for football. Many countries are rising from obscurity and making a name for themselves—look at Madagascar. A few years ago, few recognized them, but now they’ve shown their abilities on the pitch,” he said.
Top players expected to feature include Senegal’s Sadio Mané, Morocco’s captain Achraf Hakimi and Egypt’s Mohamed Salah. Young talents such as Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Ghana’s Mohammed Kudus are also eager to make their mark. With fans worldwide tuning in, the tournament is set to be a showcase of Africa’s best football, offering a thrilling display of skill and passion as the competition approaches.
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