Who are the favorites for the African Cup of Nations?
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The Africa Cup of Nations begins in Morocco on December 21. Half a century after its only success in the competition, its host is the overwhelming favorite. The four-week tournament has been framed as a high-visibility dress rehearsal for the World Cup in 2030.
Breakdown
- Morocco is the overwhelming favorite for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
- Ashraf Hakimi is expected to play despite a recent injury. 27s
- Senegal, led by Sadio Mane, seeks its second title and has a strong squad. 36s
- Ivory Coast, the defending champion, has revamped its squad for a title defense. 1m 6s
- Egypt has not won since 2010; Mohamed Salah is struggling for form. 1m 26s