AFCON 2025 heats up as Morocco, Egypt shine and fan zones come alive.
The atmosphere at Royal Air Maroc’s cultural activation in the Rabat Fan Zone captured the spirit of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, as football, culture and fan engagement came together in Morocco’s capital. From interactive games to live celebrations, the Fan Zone has become a hub of energy reflecting the growing excitement around the tournament.
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco is gathering momentum as top teams assert themselves and fan zones across host cities come alive with colour and excitement. In Group A, hosts Morocco were held to a tense 1–1 draw by Mali in Rabat, with both goals coming from the penalty spot, leaving qualification wide open ahead of the final group matches. Group B has seen Egypt make an early statement, as Mohamed Salah’s penalty secured a 1–0 win over South Africa in Agadir, making the Pharaohs one of the first teams to book a place in the knockout stage.
Beyond the pitch, AFCON 2025 has ignited a festival atmosphere across Morocco, with official fan zones in cities including Rabat, Casablanca, Agadir, Marrakech and Tangier, where supporters gather to watch matches, enjoy live music and celebrate African culture. As competition intensifies and fan engagement continues to grow, AFCON 2025 is fast shaping up as a tournament defined by both high-quality football and a vibrant continental celebration.
