Host nation Morocco have been drawn alongside Mali, Zambia and Comoros in the group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). It was confirmed in June that the next edition of AFCON will take place between December 21,

World Cup semifinalist Morocco was drawn in a group with Mali, Zambia and Comoros on January 27 for the men’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations it will host. France 24's James Vasina tells us more.

Africa Cup of Nations draw was conducted at a glitzy, vibrant ceremony on Monday, with big hitters like Nigeria and Morocco getting fairly favourable draws, while others, like South Africa, will be trepidatious.