The African Nations Championship is reaching its exciting conclusion, with the countdown on to a historic final. Soon, one of Africa’s biggest trophies will be lifted, marking the end of another thrilling tournament.
This year’s edition, the eighth in history, has seen 19 nations from across the continent compete with passion and pride. Every team has given its best, but now only one will rise above the rest and walk away as champion.
The spotlight is firmly on the finalists. Will Madagascar make history by winning their first-ever African crown? Or will Morocco add to their legacy by lifting the CHAN title for the third time?
Before the final showdown in Kenya, there’s also the battle for bronze to look forward to. Defending champions Senegal will face Sudan, with both teams determined to finish on the podium.
Stay tuned with Flashscore.com for all the latest updates, analysis, and build-up as Africa prepares for an unforgettable ending to its grand football spectacle.
When is the CHAN 2024 final?
The 2024 African Nations Championship final is set for Saturday, August 30th, 2025, with kick-off at 16:00 (West African Time). A day earlier, on Friday, August 29, the third-place play-off will also be played at the same time.
What channels can I watch the games on?
SuperSport, CAF, SABC
Which teams are in the 2024 CHAN final?
Madagascar will take on Morocco in the 2025 African Nations Championship final.
The Atlas Lions secured a place in the final after edging holders Senegal 5-3 on penalties, following a tense 1-1 draw in Kampala.
The defending champions struck first in the 16th minute, with Joseph Layousse heading home from a Libasse Gueye corner.
Morocco hit back quickly, as Sabir Bougrine unleashed a thunderous strike into the top corner just seven minutes later. With no further goals in extra time, the tie went to penalties, where the North Africans converted all five to seal victory.
Elsewhere, the Barea reached their first-ever final after edging Sudan 1-0 in a dramatic semi-final at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam.
Super-sub Toky Rakotondraibe struck in the 116th minute to seal the historic win for Romuald Rakotondrabe’s side, who now chase a maiden title.
Both teams were chasing a first final, and the match lived up to its billing with tense, end-to-end action.
Sudan created clearer chances after halftime, but missed opportunities proved costly as Madagascar held firm before delivering the decisive blow.
Morocco Squad
Goalkeepers: Al Harrar Elmehdi Rachid Ghanimi (FUS Rabat) Aqzdaou Omar (Wydad Casablanca) Defenders: Moufid Mohamed (Wydad Casablanca) Boulacsout Mohamed Mchakhchekh Mehdi Louadni Marouane Arrassi Bouchaib Assal Abdelhak (RS Berkane) Belammari Youssef (Raja Casablanca) Zahouani Fouad
Midfielders: Khairi Ayoub (RS Berkane) Hrimat Mohamed Rabie Souane Amine Essadak Houssam Hajji Reda (RS Berkane) Bach Anas Aït Ouarkhane Khalid Bougrine Sabir
Forwards: Mehri Youssef (RS Berkane) El Mahraoui Anass Bouhra Saïf-Eddine (Wydad Casablanca) Baba Khalid Riahi Imad (RS Berkane) Salaheddine Errahouli Mouloua Ayoub El Kaabi Youness Lamlioui Oussama (RS Berkane)
Madagascar Squad
Goalkeepers: Ramandimbisoa, Tsilavintsoa, Ratsimbazafy
Defenders: Randriamanampisoa, Randrianirina, A.Randriamanampisoa, Ratsimbazafy, Tolojanahary, Rabearivelo
Midfielders: Rakotondrajoa, Rafanomezantsoa, Andrianarimanana, Ramamonjisoa, Randrianantenaina, Rakotoson
Forwards: Mantasoa, Razafimaro, Rajanarivelo, Hasinirina, Razafimahatana, Ranaivoson
Where is the clash of the titans?
Moi International Sports Centre, Nairobi
The Moi International Sports Centre (MISC), popularly known as Kasarani Stadium, is a multi-purpose venue located in Kasarani, Kenya.
Built in 1987 for the All-Africa Games in Nairobi, it remains one of the country’s premier sporting facilities.
The complex features a 55,000-seat stadium with a running track and a football and rugby pitch, alongside a competition-size swimming pool, an indoor arena, and a 108-bed hotel.
Situated 1,612 metres (1.002 miles) above sea level, Kasarani continues to host major local and international events.
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