The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially released the comprehensive list of awards, team performances, and tournament statistics for the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, a competition that highlighted the increasing quality and competitiveness of African football.
Senegal Crowned Champions
Senegal emerged as champions after a dominant and composed campaign, confirming their status as one of Africa’s elite football nations. Morocco finished as runners-up following a consistent and disciplined tournament, while Nigeria clinched third place, leaving a lasting impression with their attacking flair and statistical dominance throughout the competition.
AFCON 2025 Podium:
- Champions: Senegal
- Runners-up: Morocco
- Third place: Nigeria
Individual Honours:
CAF recognised outstanding individual performances, with Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman taking the award for Best Playmaker, having contributed four assists that powered Nigeria’s attacking play. Senegal’s Sadio Mané was named Player of the Tournament, while Morocco’s Brahim Díaz claimed the Top Scorer title with five goals. Morocco’s goalkeeper Yassine Bounou earned the Best Goalkeeper award for keeping five clean sheets, and the Fair Play Award went to Morocco.
Team Performances and Statistics:
Nigeria excelled in multiple statistical areas, underscoring their attacking efficiency and dominance in possession. The Super Eagles recorded the most consecutive wins (five), scored the highest number of goals (14), and averaged 66% possession over the course of the tournament. Senegal, meanwhile, led in ball circulation and set-piece control, key factors in their championship-winning performance.
- Total goals scored in tournament: 121
- Most consecutive wins: Nigeria – 5
- Highest-scoring team: Nigeria – 14 goals
- Most goals conceded: Mozambique – 9
- Best defence: Morocco, Comoros, DR Congo, Senegal – 2 goals conceded
- Most passes completed: Senegal – 3,562
- Most shots attempted: Morocco & Senegal – 108
- Most corners won: Senegal – 44
- Most offsides: Egypt – 15
- Most clean sheets: Senegal & Morocco – 5
- Most penalties converted: Morocco & Mali – 3
Discipline Record:
Reflecting the competitive and physical nature of the tournament, Senegal accumulated the most disciplinary sanctions. The Lions of Teranga received 17 yellow cards and one red card, while the tournament recorded a total of 210 yellow cards and nine red cards.
Attendance Highlights:
AFCON 2025 enjoyed strong support from fans, with the highest attendance recorded during the final match between Senegal and Morocco, attracting 66,526 spectators at Stade Moulay Abdellah in Rabat.
Lookman’s accolade as Best Playmaker capped a tournament in which Nigeria showcased creativity, attacking dominance, and exceptional ball control, even as Senegal lifted the coveted AFCON trophy. The awards and statistics reflect both individual brilliance and team excellence across the continent’s premier football competition.
