This article will look at the African countries that have won the prestigious A.F.C.O.N. Cup since 1957. From Egypt to Cameroon and Nigeria to Algeria, find out which African nations have been prosperous in their bid for continental glory! We will also explore the history of A.F.C.O.N. and how it has evolved over the years.
The Africa Cup of Nations, also known as the A.F.C.O.N., is the leading international football competition for national teams in Africa. A.F.C.O.N. is presided over by the Confederation of African Football (C.A.F.) and was first held in 1957.
History of the A.F.C.O.N. Cup
The Africa Cup of Nations, also known as the A.F.C.O.N. Cup, is a continental football tournament held every two years and organized by the Confederation of African Football (C.A.F.). The first edition of the A.F.C.O.N. cup was born in 1957, with only three teams participating in the tournament. The number of teams increased over the years, reaching 16 by 1998.
Egypt has won the most A.F.C.O.N. titles, with seven wins. They are closely followed by Cameroon, Ghana and Nigeria, who have won five, four and three championships, respectively.
List Of African Countries That Have Won The Afcon Cup Since 1957
Egypt (7): 1957, 1959, 1986, 1998, 2006, 2008, 2010
Cameroon (5): 1984, 1988, 2000, 2002, 2017
Ghana (4): 1963, 1965, 1978, 1982
Nigeria (3): 1980, 1994, 2013
Ivory Coast (2): 1992, 2015
Zaire (D.R. of Congo) (2): 1968, 1974
Algeria (2): 1990, 2019
Ethiopia (1): 1962
Morocco (1): 1976
South Africa (1): 1996
Tunisia(1) : 2004
Sudan(1): 1970
Republic of Congo(1): 1972
Zambia(1): 2012
Senegal(1): 2022
We have seen that many African countries have won the A.F.C.O.N. Cup since 1957. From Egypt to Cameroon and Nigeria to Senegal, African nations have been victorious on the international football stage multiple times. Despite its relatively short history of just over 60 years, the A.F.C.O.N. Cup has become a significant source of national pride for many African countries as they strive to be champions of Africa’s most influential international competition. It is sure to be an exciting tournament in 2023, and we can’t wait to see who will be crowned champions!
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