The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) stands as a testament to the rich history and passion for football across the African continent. Since its inception in 1957, this prestigious tournament has witnessed remarkable moments, fierce competition, and the crowning of champions who have left an indelible mark on the sport.
In this journey through time, we explore the list of past AFCON winners, the host countries that have played a pivotal role in showcasing the tournament, and the revered coaches who guided their teams to glory from 1957 to the present day.
Join us in unraveling the tapestry of African football excellence as we delve into the annals of AFCON history.
List of past AFCON winners
Explore the illustrious history of AFCON with our comprehensive list of past AFCON winners.
From the powerhouse performances of teams like Egypt, Cameroon, Ghana, and Nigeria to the historic triumphs of Ivory Coast, Algeria, and other nations, this curated compilation details the winners and runners-up, showcasing the rich legacy of African football.
| Team | Winners | Runners-up | Total Finals | Years Won | Years Runners-up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 7 | 3 | 10 | 1957, 1959, 1986, 1998, 2006, 2008, 2010 | 1962, 2017, 2021 |
| Cameroon | 5 | 2 | 7 | 1984, 1988, 2000, 2002, 2017 | 1986, 2008 |
| Ghana | 4 | 5 | 9 | 1963, 1965, 1978, 1982 | 1968, 1970, 1992, 2010, 2015 |
| Nigeria | 3 | 4 | 7 | 1980, 1994, 2013 | 1984, 1988, 1990, 2000 |
| Ivory Coast | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1992, 2015 | 2006, 2012 |
| Algeria | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1990, 2019 | 1980 |
| DR Congo | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1968, 1974 | — |
| Zambia | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2012 | 1974, 1994 |
| Tunisia | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2004 | 1965, 1996 |
| Sudan | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1970 | 1959, 1963 |
| Senegal | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2021 | 2002, 2019 |
| Ethiopia | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1962 | 1957 |
| Morocco | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1976 | 2004 |
| South Africa | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1996 | 1998 |
| Congo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1972 | — |
African Cup of Nations hosts through the years
Explore the historical journey of the African Cup of Nations host countries, spanning from the inaugural tournament in Sudan in 1957 to the upcoming event slated for Ivory Coast in 2024.
| Year | Host Country |
|---|---|
| 1957 | Sudan |
| 1959 | Egypt |
| 1962 | Ethiopia |
| 1963 | Ghana |
| 1965 | Tunisia |
| 1968 | Ethiopia |
| 1970 | Sudan |
| 1972 | Cameroon |
| 1974 | Egypt |
| 1976 | Ethiopia |
| 1978 | Ghana |
| 1980 | Nigeria |
| 1982 | Libya |
| 1984 | Ivory Coast |
| 1986 | Egypt |
| 1988 | Morocco |
| 1990 | Algeria |
| 1992 | Senegal |
| 1994 | Tunisia |
| 1996 | South Africa |
| 1998 | Burkina Faso |
| 2000 | Ghana/Nigeria |
| 2002 | Mali |
| 2004 | Tunisia |
| 2006 | Egypt |
| 2008 | Ghana |
| 2010 | Angola |
| 2012 | Equatorial Guinea/Gabon |
| 2013 | South Africa |
| 2015 | Equatorial Guinea |
| 2017 | Gabon |
| 2019 | Egypt |
| 2022 | Cameroon |
| 2024 | Ivory Coast |
| 2025 | Morocco (Selected) |
| 2027 | Kenya/Tanzania/Uganda (Selected) |
A chronology of coaches leading nations to glory from 1957 to 2021
| Year | Country | Coach |
|---|---|---|
| 1957 | Egypt | Mourad Fahmy |
| 1959 | Egypt | Josef Titkos (Hungary) |
| 1962 | Ethiopia | Slavko Milosevic (Yugoslavia) |
| 1963 | Ghana | Charles Gyamfi |
| 1965 | Ghana | Charles Gyamfi |
| 1968 | Congo-Kinshasa | Ferenc Csandai (Hungary) |
| 1970 | Sudan | Abdelfattah Hamad |
| 1972 | Congo | Adolph Bibanzulu |
| 1974 | Zaire | Blagoje Vidinic (Yugoslavia) |
| 1976 | Morocco | Gheorge Mardarescu (Romania) |
| 1978 | Ghana | Fred Osam Duodu |
| 1980 | Nigeria | Otto Gloria (Brazil) |
| 1982 | Ghana | Charles Gyamfi |
| 1984 | Cameroon | Rade Onganovic (Yugoslavia) |
| 1986 | Egypt | Mike Smith (Wales) |
| 1988 | Cameroon | Claude Le Roy (France) |
| 1990 | Algeria | Abdelhamid Kermali |
| 1992 | Cote d'Ivoire | Martial Yeo |
| 1994 | Nigeria | Clemens Westerhof (Netherlands) |
| 1996 | South Africa | Clive Barker |
| 1998 | Egypt | Mohamed Al Gohari |
| 2000 | Cameroon | Pierre Lechantre (France) |
| 2002 | Cameroon | Winfried Schafer (Germany) |
| 2004 | Tunisia | Roger Lemerre (France) |
| 2006 | Egypt | Hassan Shehata |
| 2008 | Egypt | Hassan Shehata |
| 2010 | Egypt | Hassan Shehata |
| 2012 | Zambia | Herve Renard (France) |
| 2013 | Nigeria | Stephen Keshi |
| 2015 | Ivory Coast | Herve Renard (France) |
| 2017 | Cameroon | Hugo Broos (Belgium) |
| 2019 | Algeria | Djamel Belmadi (Algeria) |
| 2021 | Senegal | Aliou Cisse |
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