Football fans across Nigeria and the United Kingdom are in for a treat as broadcast details for the highly anticipated 2025 Africa Cup of Nations have been confirmed. The tournament, set to be held in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, will feature extensive coverage, including a landmark free-to-air deal in the UK.
Global Broadcast Breakthrough: Free AFCON for UK Viewers
In a significant move to increase the tournament's global profile, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has secured a major agreement with Channel 4 in the United Kingdom. This deal ensures that all 52 matches of AFCON 2025 will be broadcast free of charge, requiring no subscription fees for viewers.
Coverage will be spread across Channel 4's network, including its main channel, E4, 4Seven, and its digital streaming platforms. This multi-platform approach guarantees that fans will not miss a moment of the action. The broadcasts will be produced by IMG, CAF's international media rights agency, promising high-quality coverage of the continent's premier football event.
Where to Watch the Super Eagles in Nigeria
For supporters in Nigeria, the confirmed broadcast partners remain DSTV and GOtv. This means every step of the Super Eagles' journey in Morocco will be available live, from the group stage battles through to the potential knockout rounds and final.
Nigeria, drawn in Group C alongside Tunisia, Tanzania, and Uganda, will be aiming to win the tournament for a fourth time, adding to previous triumphs in 1980, 1994, and 2013. The team, under coach Eric Chelle, will be looking to go one better than their runner-up finish at the 2023 edition in Ivory Coast.
Super Eagles AFCON 2025 Group Stage Schedule
The Super Eagles begin their campaign with a crucial opening match. Here is their full group stage fixture list:
- Nigeria vs Tanzania: December 23, 2025, at 6:30 PM WAT. Fez Stadium.
- Nigeria vs Tunisia: December 26, 2025, at 9:00 PM WAT.
- Nigeria vs Uganda: December 30, 2025, at 5:00 PM WAT.
The opening game against Tanzania is the first step in Nigeria's quest to top the group and advance to the round of 16. The clash with North African rivals Tunisia is expected to be a highly competitive encounter, given Tunisia's pedigree in the competition.
The tournament will showcase some of Africa's biggest football stars, including Premier League talents like Mohamed Salah, Bryan Mbeumo, and Nigeria's own Alex Iwobi. With free access in the UK and comprehensive coverage in Nigeria, fans worldwide are set for a festival of African football, with the Super Eagles firmly among the favourites to lift the trophy.
