Arjun Menon
The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) takes place in Morocco from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, marking the first time the tournament will be played across the festive period. With 24 nations competing for Africa’s most prestigious international trophy, AFCON 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most competitive editions in recent history.
Below, we break down the AFCON 2025 outright winner odds, analyse the leading contenders, and highlight betting value based on squad strength, form, and tournament dynamics.
AFCON 2025 Outright Winner Odds (GG.BET)
- Morocco – 3.55
- Egypt – 6.5
- Senegal – 7
- Algeria – 7
- Nigeria – 10
- Mali – 13
- Ivory Coast – 13
- Tunisia – 13
- Cameroon – 17
- South Africa – 41
- DR Congo – 51
- Angola – 66
- Gabon, Burkina Faso, Zambia – 81
- Mozambique, Equatorial Guinea – 101
- Benin, Tanzania, Comoros, Sudan, Uganda – 151
- Zimbabwe – 201
- Botswana – 501
The Clear Favourite: Morocco (3.55)
Morocco enter AFCON 2025 as the undisputed market favourite. Home advantage, squad depth, and recent history all point toward the Atlas Lions being the team to beat.
Walid Regragui’s side are Africa’s highest-ranked nation and arrive with momentum built on their historic World Cup semi-final run in 2022. Since then, Morocco have shown remarkable consistency, combining tactical discipline with elite-level talent.
Achraf Hakimi remains the face of the team, supported by proven performers such as Youssef En-Nesyri, Sofyan Amrabat and Brahim Díaz. Playing in front of home crowds across six Moroccan cities provides a significant psychological edge — one reflected clearly in the outright odds.
Betting view: Morocco at 3.55 is short, but justified. They are the safest outright selection in the market.
Main Challengers
Egypt (6.5)
Seven-time champions Egypt are once again led by Mohamed Salah, supported by Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush. The Pharaohs have not lifted the trophy since 2010, but their tournament experience and ability to grind results make them dangerous.
Egypt often peak in knockout football, and if Salah remains fit, their price offers strong each-way value.
Senegal (7)
Senegal combine experience and physical dominance. With leaders like Kalidou Koulibaly, Idrissa Gana Gueye and Sadio Mané, they are built for tournament football.
The blend of youth and experience gives Senegal a realistic chance of another deep run, especially if they avoid Morocco until the latter stages.
Algeria (7)
After disappointing recent AFCON campaigns, Algeria arrive with renewed belief. Captain Riyad Mahrez remains influential, while Mohamed Amoura has emerged as one of Africa’s most lethal forwards.
At 7.0, Algeria represent solid value for a side with proven winning pedigree.
Dangerous Outsiders
Nigeria (10)
Nigeria boast arguably the most explosive attack in the tournament. With Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, the Super Eagles can overwhelm any opponent.
The concern remains consistency and game management, but at double-digit odds, Nigeria offer high upside.
Ivory Coast (13)
Defending champions Ivory Coast face the difficult task of retaining the title. Squad changes, including the return of Wilfried Zaha, create both opportunity and uncertainty.
Back-to-back AFCON titles are rare, but at 13.0 they cannot be dismissed.
Tunisia (13)
Tunisia are masters of organisation and defensive discipline. While they may lack star power, they are extremely hard to beat and well suited to knockout scenarios.
Key Factors That Decide AFCON 2025
- Home advantage: Morocco’s crowd support and familiarity with conditions
- Squad depth: Critical during a congested festive schedule
- Injury management: Fitness after demanding club seasons
- Knockout draw: Early pairings can dramatically shift odds
- Coaching adaptability: Tactical flexibility under pressure
AFCON 2025 Betting Prediction
Based on form, squad quality, and tournament conditions, Morocco deserve their status as favourites and remain the most logical outright selection.
For bettors seeking value beyond the favourite, Egypt and Algeria stand out at 6.5 and 7.0 respectively, while Nigeria offer high-risk, high-reward appeal at 10.0.
AFCON rarely follows a predictable script, but all signs point to Morocco being the team most likely to lift the trophy on 18 January 2026 in Rabat.
AFCON 2025 Winner Odds – FAQ
Who are the favourites to win AFCON 2025?
Morocco are the clear favourites, priced at 3.55 with GG.BET.
Who are the defending champions?
Ivory Coast won AFCON 2023 and are priced at 13.0.
Which teams offer betting value?
Egypt (6.5), Algeria (7.0) and Nigeria (10.0) offer the best balance of value and realism.