The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced a significant increase in prize money for the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025, with the eventual champions set to earn a record USD 10 million.
CAF President, Dr Patrice Motsepe, made the announcement on Saturday following a meeting of the CAF Executive Committee (EXCO) in Rabat, Morocco, on the eve of the tournament’s kick-off.
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The new figure represents a 43 per cent increase from the previous edition in 2023, when hosts Côte d’Ivoire claimed USD 7 million after lifting the trophy.
The steady rise in prize money underlines CAF’s commitment to enhancing the value and global competitiveness of Africa’s flagship football tournament.
At AFCON Cameroon 2021, the winners received USD 5 million, meaning the prize for champions has doubled within four years, marking a remarkable 100 per cent increase by the time Morocco 2025 is decided.
AFCON Prize Money Progression
Cameroon 2021: USD 5 million
Côte d’Ivoire 2023: USD 7 million
Morocco 2025: USD 10 million
In addition to the champions’ reward, CAF also confirmed the prize structure for other top finishers at AFCON Morocco 2025.
The runners-up will take home USD 4 million, while the two losing semi-finalists will each receive USD 2.5 million.
The enhanced financial rewards further elevate the stakes at Morocco 2025, reinforcing AFCON’s status as one of the most lucrative and prestigious international football tournaments outside the FIFA World Cup.
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