CAF announces that AFCON 2025 highlights will now show on Netflix

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced today on X that highlights from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations are now available on Netflix across Sub-Saharan Africa, marking a significant shift in how the tournament reaches its audience.

Netflix subscribers in the region can now access a daily highlights show featuring key moments, goals, and match action from the ongoing tournament in Morocco. The programming does not include full live matches.

This marks the first time CAF has taken AFCON content directly to a major global streaming platform. The Morocco 2025 edition, which is already drawing record attention, is now being pushed further into digital spaces where younger and mobile-first audiences are most active.

CAF opens a new window for African football

Football viewing habits are changing across the continent. Many fans now prefer to watch sports through short videos and on-demand platforms rather than waiting for traditional TV broadcasts. By putting AFCON highlights on Netflix, CAF is adapting to this trend.

This move makes AFCON easier to access. Netflix already has millions of users in Sub-Saharan Africa, so fans can watch the tournament without needing to sign up for new services or look for regional sports channels. For casual viewers, AFCON is now just a few clicks away, right alongside the movies and shows they already enjoy.

The partnership with CAF represents a significant effort to showcase African football online, extending beyond traditional television broadcasts. The 2025 tournament has already reached audiences in over 180 countries through various TV agreements, and the highlights on Netflix further enhance visibility for a wider audience.

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This move will help more people watch the games and could change how we share African football events in the future. As streaming services grow in Africa, football organisations may use more short videos and content that fans can watch anytime. This will help keep fans engaged during tournaments.

The announcement comes as AFCON 2025 nears its conclusion, with host nation Morocco and Nigeria among the remaining teams. Interest in the tournament has stayed strong due to competitive matches, robust home support, and rivalries across the continent.

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