The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), one of FIFA’s six continental championships, will showcase the top national teams from across Africa in a month-long tournament that draws global attention. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) grants global broadcast rights to selected partners, and for the 2025 edition, beIN Media Group continues to hold the primary international distribution rights through its multi-year deal with CAF, originally signed in 2017 and extended to cover subsequent tournaments.
In the United States, beIN Sports retains the exclusive English-language broadcast rights for AFCON 2025. The network is expected to air matches across its primary cable channel and its digital streaming platform, beIN Sports CONNECT. Coverage typically includes live match broadcasts, pre- and post-match analysis, and highlight packages. For viewers who prefer Spanish-language commentary, previous editions of AFCON have not featured a dedicated Spanish-language broadcaster in the US, and as of now, no official announcements have been made confirming a change for the 2025 tournament.
Planning to follow your favorite African national team or curious to explore the flair of elite African footballers? Read on for a detailed guide on streaming options, match schedules, compatible devices, and subscription packages tailored for US-based fans.
Fans in the United States will have multiple streaming options to follow the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations matches live. These platforms offer official broadcasts in high definition, along with the flexibility to watch from practically anywhere.
Some global services provide access to AFCON matches and are available to U.S.-based viewers. For example, beIN Sports is also accessible through its international app, which works in the U.S. as long as the proper regional subscription is selected. Additionally, platforms like YouTube TV or Hulu + Live TV may partner with official rights holders, depending on carriage agreements closer to the tournament dates.
Streaming services allow fans to stay connected to the tournament across multiple formats. Whether casting live matches from a phone to a big screen, watching updates on a tablet during commutes, or using a laptop for detailed match stats, the experience remains consistent and seamless.
Most platforms mentioned support:
Because of this multi-platform compatibility, viewers can freely switch between devices—starting a match on a laptop and finishing it on a tablet without losing any action.
In the United States, beIN Sports retains the English and Spanish-language broadcasting rights for the Africa Cup of Nations. Every match of the 2025 tournament will air live across its linear TV networks. beIN SPORTS and beIN SPORTS en Español provide nationwide coverage through major cable and satellite providers, including Comcast Xfinity, DirecTV, Dish Network, and Spectrum.
Fans looking for HD broadcasts can access matches via beIN SPORTS HD, which includes both live coverage and post-match analysis. For Spanish-language viewers, beIN SPORTS en Español offers complete match commentary tailored specifically to the Hispanic audience in the US.
At this stage, no regional or local sports networks have announced AFCON 2025 broadcast agreements. In previous years, coverage outside of beIN Sports' network has been minimal, and no sublicensing of matches has occurred within local markets. Should any regional channel plan to air specific fixtures, updates will appear on the tournament's official platforms and the channels’ own listings.
Once the complete matchday details are confirmed with kickoff times and group allocations, the official TV broadcast schedule will be published on:
These platforms update listings daily, including match replays, multi-language coverage options, halftime shows, and matchday wrap-ups.
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is scheduled to take place from January to February 2025, with Morocco as the host nation. While the exact match calendar has not been finalized, group stage fixtures, knockout rounds, and the final will unfold over approximately four weeks.
Matches will follow Western European Time (WET), which is the standard time zone in Morocco during January and February. WET is aligned with Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+0).
This time alignment results in the following differences across US time zones:
Most group stage matches are expected to kick off in the afternoon and evening Moroccan time—typically at 2 PM, 5 PM, and 8 PM WET. Here’s how those local start times translate across the major US time zones:
Using the above conversions, a typical day during the group stage may look like this for US viewers:
Weekend fixtures may draw more eyeballs due to favorable midday kicks in the US, aligning well with breakfast on the West Coast and lunch on the East Coast.
To watch the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in the US, several streaming platforms offer live coverage — but access depends on a paid subscription. The main platforms carrying the tournament are FuboTV and Sling TV, with potential coverage through beIN SPORTS Connect, depending on broadcasting licensing updates.
All FuboTV plans carry beIN SPORTS, which is likely to hold US broadcast rights for AFCON 2025, based on past tournaments. Each plan offers both live match streaming and on-demand match replays, along with features like pause and rewind during live games. FuboTV also includes a 7-day free trial for new users.
To watch AFCON 2025 via Sling, subscribers will need a base plan and the Sports Extra add-on, bringing the total to at least $51/month. Sling offers customizable packages but does not include a free trial for all users. However, promotional rates like 50% off the first month often appear around major tournaments.
For those who prefer direct access, beIN SPORTS Connect provides a standalone streaming service for its channels. The subscription costs $19.99/month and includes both live broadcasts and full-match replays. This is a straightforward option for users only interested in the tournament without additional TV content.
Looking to try before committing? FuboTV gives the most flexibility with its trial, while Sling leans on lower entry pricing to draw in new users. Season-long viewers may find beIN SPORTS Connect the most cost-efficient option if AFCON is the sole focus.
Several over-the-top (OTT) streaming platforms in the US offer free trials that can be used to watch the Africa Cup of Nations without a paid subscription—at least temporarily. FuboTV, which regularly includes international sports channels such as beIN SPORTS and FOX Soccer Plus in its lineup, has historically offered a 7-day free trial. YouTube TV also provides a 7-day trial and frequently partners with sports networks offering add-on packages.
To take advantage of these, new users can time their trials around key matchdays, particularly the group stage’s opening fixtures or a favorite nation's scheduled match. However, once the trial period expires, continuation of access requires a paid subscription.
For viewers seeking highlights rather than full-match coverage, several digital platforms provide on-demand content without requiring payment or account setup. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) maintains an active digital presence, typically uploading official highlights on:
Highlights are usually available within a few hours after matches conclude, but full games are rarely accessible unless through licensed broadcasters. Group-stage matches may also see limited simulcasts through third-party platforms, though these are subject to regional rights agreements.
While free viewing options exist, many come with inherent time limitations or delayed access. Free trials are one-time use per account, and resubscribing typically requires new credentials and payment methods. Highlight videos uploaded to social platforms often premiere well after the final whistle, which doesn't suit live-viewing fans.
For real-time match streaming without delay, paid services remain the primary route. That said, casual fans or those focused on specific matches can still follow much of the action through legally available, no-cost content—just not always live or uninterrupted.
To follow the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on your smartphone or tablet, install streaming apps that support the official broadcasters. The beIN Sports app delivers live match coverage, replays, and real-time stats for both iOS and Android users. The interface supports smooth playback even on low bandwidth, and you can set notifications for kickoff times to match your schedule.
Prefer an aggregator platform? The Sling TV app offers access to beIN Sports through its add-on packages on both iPhone and Android devices. This app supports multitasking features like picture-in-picture on compatible devices, letting you track scores while browsing or messaging.
Big-screen viewing enhances the tournament atmosphere, and several platforms let you stream AFCON 2025 in high fidelity. Compatible devices include:
Where supported by the platform and the broadcaster, viewers can experience matches in HD or Ultra HD (4K). beIN Sports broadcasts selected fixtures in 1080p resolution, with 4K delivery available on certain devices through Sling TV’s sports add-ons. On supported Smart TVs, this enhances clarity and detail, particularly for wide-angle views and replay footage.
Network speed and device compatibility determine streaming quality. A stable connection of at least 25 Mbps will sustain 4K streaming without buffering across most devices.
Many national broadcasters across Africa will hold exclusive rights to stream the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, but their platforms often geo-block content for users outside their home countries. Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) provide a workaround. By routing internet traffic through servers in the broadcaster’s country, a VPN assigns users a local IP address—bypassing regional restrictions. This method allows viewers in the US to tap into official broadcasts not otherwise available via American networks or streamers.
Several African broadcasters are confirmed or expected rights-holders for AFCON 2025. These include:
These services typically align their programming with local audiences, providing regionally tailored commentary and analysis that isn’t accessible through US-based platforms. For viewers seeking that local flavor—or to follow key matches not shown stateside—a VPN opens that window.
VPN performance varies significantly, especially when streaming live sports. High-definition video demands low latency and consistent speed. For best results, long-standing VPN services with optimized servers should be prioritized. Top-performing options include:
Using any of these VPNs, fans in the US can connect to a South African server to access SuperSport’s coverage or switch to French servers to stream Canal+ Afrique. The process takes minutes to set up, but the payoff is direct access to broadcasts designed for the home crowd.
Accessing foreign streams via VPN should align with fair-use policies and the terms of service of both the VPN provider and the broadcaster. Subscribing to official streaming packages offered by Canal+ or SuperSport while using a VPN ensures both compliance and support for content creators and rights-holders.
Missed the live action? Catch up swiftly and thoroughly with multiple platforms offering replays, key highlights, and tactical post-match breakdowns of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) YouTube channel remains a primary source for free highlights. Expect professionally edited clips featuring goal recaps, major saves, and match-defining moments. CAF typically uploads these videos within hours following the final whistle, making them available globally without geo-restrictions.
If you've subscribed through beIN Sports Connect or your cable provider offers it, you’ll unlock a richer archive. The on-demand library includes full-match replays, 2-minute highlight clips, and extended format recaps ranging from 30 to 60 minutes. These assets usually appear in the app and on the site within 1–2 hours after each game ends.
The beIN Sports Xtra streaming channel may also rerun selected matches during lighter programming windows, especially during non-peak hours—late evenings or around mid-morning ET the next day.
Condensed content generally drops faster than full replays. For same-day access, YouTube and beIN’s digital services remain the fastest and most comprehensive options.
The majority of US broadcasters offering Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 coverage will deliver commentary in both English and Spanish. Platforms like beIN SPORTS have historically provided dual-language feeds, allowing viewers to choose their preferred audio track directly within the stream or TV broadcast settings. English serves the general sports audience, while Spanish-language commentary caters to a significant demographic and aligns with broader sports coverage trends seen across international football tournaments.
For fans supporting French-speaking countries—Ivory Coast, Senegal, Cameroon, Algeria—French-language commentary adds cultural relevance and emotional nuance. While mainstream US networks may not feature French audio, streaming services with access to global feeds often include this option. Channels such as Canal+ Afrique and TV5Monde occasionally hold AFCON international rights and offer French-language coverage to their US subscribers, either live or via partner platforms.
Some digital platforms with international reach, particularly FIFA+ and regionally focused YouTube channels, have experimented with offering match commentary in African languages like Swahili, Hausa, and Yoruba. While not always consistent across tournaments, this approach reflects the linguistic diversity of AFCON participants and enriches the viewing experience for diaspora viewers in the US. Fans looking for these options often turn to social media announcements or in-app settings on the day of the match, as availability varies per game and platform.
Want to feel closer to the game? Try switching commentary mid-match and compare how the tone, insights, and cultural references shift. The language you choose can change how you experience the tournament.
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