Greatest moments in AFCON history complete guide

The Greatest Moments in AFCON History: A Complete Guide

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is one of the most prestigious international football tournaments in the world. Since its inception in 1957, the tournament has seen its fair share of thrilling moments, historic victories, and heart-wrenching defeats. In this article, we will take you on a journey through the greatest moments in AFCON history.

Early Years (1957-1970)

The first AFCON tournament was held in Sudan in 1957, with Egypt emerging as the champions. The early years of the tournament saw Egypt dominate, winning four consecutive titles between 1957 and 1962. However, in 1963, Ghana became the first non-Egyptian team to win the tournament.

• 1957: Egypt wins the first AFCON title

• 1963: Ghana becomes the first non-Egyptian team to win the tournament
• 1965: Tunisia wins its first AFCON title

The Golden Years (1970-1980)

The 1970s saw the rise of new powers in African football, with teams like Cameroon, Nigeria, and Zambia emerging as contenders. In 1972, Zambia became the first team to win the tournament without losing a single match.

• 1972: Zambia wins its first AFCON title without losing a single match
• 1976: Morocco wins its first AFCON title
• 1978: Ghana wins its second AFCON title

The Modern Era (1990-Present)

The 1990s saw the introduction of new teams and players, with teams like South Africa, Senegal, and Côte d’Ivoire emerging as contenders. In 1998, Cameroon became the first team to win the tournament three times.

• 1992: Ivory Coast wins its first AFCON title
• 1994: Nigeria wins its first AFCON title
• 1998: Cameroon wins its third AFCON title

Recent Years (2010-Present)

The 2010s saw the rise of new powers in African football, with teams like Algeria, Senegal, and Nigeria emerging as contenders. In 2019, Algeria became the first team to win the tournament after a 29-year drought.

• 2012: Zambia wins its second AFCON title
• 2015: Ivory Coast wins its second AFCON title
• 2019: Algeria wins its second AFCON title after a 29-year drought

The Africa Cup of Nations has a rich history, with many thrilling moments, historic victories, and heart-wrenching defeats. From the early years to the modern era, the tournament has seen its fair share of excitement and drama. As the tournament continues to grow and evolve, we can expect many more thrilling moments in the years to come.