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Mon, January 27, 2025

AFCON 2025 - Far-too-early rankings of all 24 teams to play in Morocco


Published on 2025-01-27 06:05:20 - MSN
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  • Ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations group draw on Monday Jan. 27, ESPN ranks every one of the 24 qualifiers, and forecasts who will go the distance at the continental showpiece in Morocco later this year.

The article from MSN Sports provides an early ranking of the 24 teams set to compete in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. It highlights the favorites, dark horses, and underdogs based on their recent performances, historical success, and current form. Morocco leads the rankings, buoyed by their impressive World Cup performance and strong domestic league. Senegal, the defending champions, are close behind, with their squad depth and experience. Egypt and Nigeria are also ranked highly due to their consistent performances and star players like Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen. Teams like Algeria, Tunisia, and Cameroon are noted for their potential to challenge for the title. The article also mentions emerging teams like Mali and Ghana, which could surprise if they manage to harness their talent effectively. Lower-ranked teams such as Guinea-Bissau and Mauritania are seen as underdogs but capable of causing upsets. The rankings reflect a mix of current form, historical context, and the potential for growth in African football.

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