AFCON winners list chronological explained for beginners

AFCON Winners List Chronological Explained for Beginners

The African Cup of Nations (AFCON) is one of the most prestigious international football tournaments in Africa. The competition has been held annually since 1957, with the exception of a few years due to various reasons. In this article, we will take you through the AFCON winners list in chronological order, explaining the significance of each tournament and the teams that have won it.

Early Years (1957-1968)

The first AFCON tournament was held in 1957 in Sudan, where Egypt won the title. The competition was initially dominated by Egypt, who won the title four times in the first five tournaments. Other teams that won during this period include Sudan, Ethiopia, and Ghana.

• 1957: Egypt

• 1959: Sudan
• 1962: Ethiopia
• 1963: Ghana
• 1965: Ghana
• 1968: Ethiopia

The Rise of Other Teams (1970-1986)

As the competition grew, other teams began to emerge as contenders for the title. In 1970, Sudan won the title for the second time, while in 1972, Congo-Kinshasa (now known as the Democratic Republic of Congo) won their first title. Other teams that won during this period include Zaire (now known as the Democratic Republic of Congo), Nigeria, and Cameroon.

• 1970: Sudan
• 1972: Congo-Kinshasa
• 1974: Zaire
• 1976: Morocco
• 1978: Ghana
• 1980: Nigeria
• 1982: Ghana
• 1984: Cameroon
• 1986: Egypt

Modern Era (1990-2019)

In the modern era, teams such as Nigeria, Cameroon, and Egypt have continued to dominate the competition. In 1990, Algeria won the title for the first time, while in 1992, Ivory Coast won their first title. Other teams that won during this period include South Africa, Egypt, and Cameroon.

• 1990: Algeria
• 1992: Ivory Coast
• 1994: Nigeria
• 1996: South Africa
• 1998: Egypt
• 2000: Cameroon
• 2002: Cameroon
• 2004: Tunisia
• 2006: Egypt
• 2008: Egypt
• 2010: Egypt
• 2012: Zambia
• 2013: Nigeria
• 2015: Ivory Coast
• 2017: Cameroon
• 2019: Algeria

Today, the AFCON remains one of the most competitive and prestigious international football tournaments in Africa. The competition has seen the rise and fall of teams over the years, but one thing remains constant – the passion and excitement of the African football fans.