AFCON 2024: Full Fixtures, Top Players to Watch, and Live Streaming Guide

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2024 is one of the most exciting football tournaments of the year, bringing together the best African talent in a battle for continental supremacy. Hosted by Ivory Coast, this edition promises thrilling matches, unexpected upsets, and unforgettable moments.

In this complete guide, we’ll cover:
✅ AFCON 2024 full schedule & fixtures
✅ Top players to watch (Salah, Osimhen, Hakimi & more)
✅ How to watch AFCON 2024 live (free & paid options)
✅ Tournament favorites & dark horse teams
✅ Key storylines & predictions

Let’s dive in!

AFCON 2024 Full Fixtures & Schedule

The tournament runs from January 13 to February 11, 2024, with matches held across five host cities in Ivory Coast:

• Abidjan (Alassane Ouattara Stadium)

• Yamoussoukro, Bouaké, San-Pédro, Korhogo

Group Stage Fixtures (Key Matches)

(Full schedule available on CAF’s official website)

Knockout Stage Dates

• Round of 16 – Jan 27-30

• Quarterfinals – Feb 2-3

• Semifinals – Feb 7

• Final – Feb 11

⭐ Top Players to Watch at AFCON 2024

1. Mohamed Salah (Egypt )

• Club: Liverpool

• Key Stat: Egypt’s all-time top scorer in AFCON (11 goals).

• Why Watch? Salah aims to lead Egypt to their 8th AFCON title after near misses in 2017 & 2021.

2. Victor Osimhen (Nigeria )

• Club: Napoli

• Key Stat: 2023 Serie A top scorer (26 goals).

• Why Watch? Osimhen is Nigeria’s biggest hope for a 4th AFCON trophy.

3. Achraf Hakimi (Morocco )

• Club: PSG

• Key Stat: Best right-back in Africa (2023 AFCON Team of the Tournament).

• Why Watch? Can Morocco replicate their 2022 World Cup magic?

4. Sadio Mané (Senegal )

• Club: Al-Nassr

• Key Stat: AFCON 2021 Player of the Tournament.

• Why Watch? Senegal are defending champions—can Mané inspire back-to-back wins?

(For more player insights, check ESPN’s AFCON preview)

How to Watch AFCON 2024 Live (Free & Paid Options)

**1. Official Broadcasters

• UK: Sky Sports, BBC (select matches)

• USA: beIN Sports

• France: Canal+

• Nigeria: SuperSport, NTA

2. Free Streaming Options (Legal)

• CAF YouTube (highlights & select games)

• Facebook Watch (some regional broadcasts)

3. VPN Trick for Free Access

If AFCON is geo-blocked in your country, use a VPN to connect to a region with free coverage (e.g., South Africa via SABC).

(For more streaming tips, visit Soccer NewsZ)

AFCON 2024 Predictions: Favorites & Dark Horses

Top Contenders

1. Senegal – Defending champs with Mané & Koulibaly.

2. Morocco – World Cup semifinalists, strong squad.

3. Egypt – Salah’s last chance for AFCON glory?

Dark Horses

• Ivory Coast (Hosts) – Home advantage could be key.

• Nigeria – If Osimhen fires, they can go all the way.

Shock Early Exits?

• Ghana – Struggled in recent tournaments.

• Tunisia – Lack a consistent scorer.

Final Thoughts: Who Will Win AFCON 2024?

This year’s AFCON is wide open, but our prediction:
Winner: Senegal (back-to-back titles)
Golden Boot: Victor Osimhen

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