AFCON winners list chronological complete guide

AFCON Winners List: A Complete Chronological Guide

The African Cup of Nations (AFCON), formerly known as the African Nations Cup, is an international football tournament held every two years, featuring national teams from Africa. The tournament has been held since 1957, and over the years, it has become a prestigious event in African football. In this article, we will take a look at the complete list of AFCON winners in chronological order.

Early Years (1957-1970)

The first AFCON tournament was held in 1957 in Sudan, and Egypt won the inaugural title. The early years of the tournament saw Egypt dominate, winning the title five times in the first seven editions.

• 1957: Egypt

• 1959: Egypt
• 1962: Ethiopia
• 1963: Ghana
• 1965: Ghana
• 1968: Ghana
• 1970: Sudan

Middle Years (1972-1990)

The 1970s and 1980s saw a shift in power, with countries like Congo, Morocco, and Cameroon emerging as strong contenders. Ghana and Egypt continued to dominate, but other teams like Nigeria and Ivory Coast started to make their mark.

• 1972: Congo
• 1974: Zaire
• 1976: Morocco
• 1978: Ghana
• 1980: Nigeria
• 1982: Ghana
• 1984: Cameroon
• 1986: Egypt
• 1988: Cameroon
• 1990: Algeria

Modern Era (1992-2020)

The 1990s and 2000s saw a new generation of teams emerge, with countries like South Africa, Senegal, and Tunisia making their mark. Egypt and Cameroon continued to dominate, but other teams like Nigeria and Ghana also had success.

• 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

Conclusion

The AFCON has a rich history, with many countries having won the title over the years. From Egypt’s dominance in the early years to the emergence of new teams in the modern era, the tournament has seen its fair share of drama and excitement. As the tournament continues to grow in popularity, it will be interesting to see which teams will emerge as champions in the future.