Welcome to the most comprehensive guide on the Africa Cup of Nations 2023, your go-to resource for all the crucial details about this prestigious tournament. We cover everything from the kick-off dates, group formations, and fixtures to the venues and a detailed look at the previous winners. Let’s dive into the heart of the action!
Africa Cup of Nations 2023 Kick-off and Tournament Overview
The 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations kicked off on January 13, 2023, with Ivory Coast playing host for the second time. The tournament spans nearly a month, concluding on February 11, culminating at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium. Ivory Coast set the tone by defeating Guinea-Bissau 2-0 in Abidjan, signaling the start of what promises to be a thrilling competition.
AFCON 2023
Groups and Teams
The 24 participating teams are divided into six groups, each consisting of four teams. Here’s a breakdown of the groups:
Group A:
- Ivory Coast
- Nigeria
- Equatorial Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
Group B:
- Egypt
- Ghana
- Cape Verde
- Mozambique
Group C:
- Senegal
- Cameroon
- Guinea
- The Gambia
Group D:
- Algeria
- Burkina Faso
- Mauritania
- Angola
Group E:
- Tunisia
- Mali
- South Africa
- Namibia
Group F:
- Morocco
- DR Congo
- Zambia
- Tanzania
The top two teams from each group, along with the four best-ranked third-placed teams, will advance to the knockout stage.
Africa Cup of Nations 2023 Venues
The tournament is spread across five host cities, utilizing six stadiums. The venues include:
- Alassane Ouattara Stadium, Abidjan (capacity 60,000)
- Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium, Abidjan (33,000)
- Charles Konan Banny Stadium, Yamoussoukro (20,000)
- Stade de la Paix, Bouake (40,000)
- Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium, Korhogo (20,000)
- Laurent Pokou Stadium, San Pedro (20,000)
Africa Cup of Nations 2023 Fixtures and Schedule
Let’s get into the group stage action with the latest results and upcoming matches:
Group Stage:
Saturday, January 13:
- Group A: Ivory Coast 2-0 Guinea-Bissau
Sunday, January 14:
- Group A: Nigeria 1-1 Equatorial Guinea
- Group B: Egypt 2-2 Mozambique
- Group B: Ghana 1-2 Cape Verde
Monday, January 15:
- Group C: Senegal 3-0 Gambia
- Group C: Cameroon 1-1 Guinea
- Group D: Algeria 1-1 Angola
Tuesday, January 16:
- Group D: Burkina Faso vs. Mauritania (Bouake – 2pm)
- Group E: Tunisia vs. Namibia (Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium, Korhogo – 5pm)
- Group E: Mali vs. South Africa (Korhogo – 8pm)
Stay tuned for the upcoming fixtures as the tournament progresses!
Conclusion
With the Africa Cup of Nations 2023 in full swing, we’ll keep you updated with the latest results, insights, and in-depth coverage. Follow the action closely and witness the crowning of the next champion on February 11, 2023, at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan. The journey to glory has just begun!
