Test your knowledge on Africa's premier international football tournament and its legendary moments, a major event that recently saw a 61% surge in global viewership.
The inaugural Africa Cup of Nations was held in February 1957 in Khartoum, Sudan. Only three nations participated in this pioneering event: Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia, with Egypt emerging as the first-ever champions after defeating Ethiopia 4-0 in the final. This foundational tournament laid the groundwork for what would become Africa's premier international football competition, demonstrating the early aspirations for continental sporting unity.
Since its inception, the tournament has undergone significant evolution, expanding to include 24 teams from 2019 and establishing a biennial schedule since 1968. The Confederation of African Football recently announced that the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 experienced a 61% growth in global viewership across Europe, Asia, and South America. This marked increase highlights the tournament's expanding international appeal and its growing prominence as a major sporting event.
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