Most AFCON Titles: Full Winners List & 2025 Favourites

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is the biggest international football tournament in Africa. Fans around the world follow this event to see which nation will be crowned Africa Cup of Nations champions. One of the most-asked questions is: Who has won the most AFCON titles? In this guide, we break down every AFCON winner and the years they achieved success.

Teams With the Most AFCON Titles

1. Egypt – 7 AFCON Titles (Most in History)

• Years won: 1957 • 1959 • 1986 • 1998 • 2006 • 2008 • 2010
• Egypt holds the most AFCON titles and remains the most successful nation in tournament history.

2. Cameroon – 5 AFCON Titles

• Years won: 1984 • 1988 • 2000 • 2002 • 2017
• Cameroon has been one of Africa’s most consistent football teams.

3. Ghana – 4 AFCON Titles

• Years won: 1963 • 1965 • 1978 • 1982
• A historic powerhouse in African football.

4. Ivory Coast – 3 Titles

• Years won: 1992 • 2015 • 2023

5. Nigeria – 3 Titles

• Years won: 1980 • 1994 • 2013

6. Algeria – 2 Titles

• Years won: 1990 • 2019

7. DR Congo – 2 Titles

• Years won: 1968 • 1974

Teams With 1 AFCON Title

• Senegal: 2021
• Zambia: 2012
• Tunisia: 2004
• South Africa: 1996
• Morocco: 1976
• Congo: 1972
• Sudan: 1970
• Ethiopia: 1962

Summary

• Egypt has the most AFCON titles (7) more than any other nation.
• Cameroon (5) and Ghana (4) are next in line.
• 15 nations have been crowned Africa Cup of Nations champions since the tournament began.

Who Is Favoured to Win AFCON 2025?

As Africa’s biggest football event approaches in Morocco (Dec 2025–Jan 2026), fans are already debating who will lift the trophy. While football is unpredictable, several teams are seen as strong contenders for the AFCON 2025 title:

Top Favorites

• Egypt – With the most AFCON titles in history, they always enter as contenders.
• Morocco – 2022 World Cup semifinal run and strong recent Arab Cup performances.
• Senegal – title holders from 2021 and a strong squad.
• Algeria – champions (2019) with experienced players.
• Cameroon – Always competitive and historically successful.

Strong Dark Horses

• Nigeria – Talented team with a history of big performances.
• Ivory Coast – Recent finalists and three-time champions.

Final Thought

AFCON 2025 promises excitement, drama, and world-class African football. While Egypt’s record makes them a favourite in history, teams like Senegal, Morocco and Algeria are strong challengers for the next title. Who will become the next Africa Cup of Nations champions? Fans will soon find out.