AFCON 2027 Predictions & Betting tips
Find our free AFCON 2027 prediction, as well as our expert predictions on all the matches of the African Cup of Nations. Lots of information for your sports betting!
Africa Cup of Nations 2027 predictions and presentation
You can follow the 35th edition of the African Cup of Nations in the middle of 2027 on SportyTrader! Scheduled to run from 19 June 2027 to 18 July 2027, the African Cup of Nations will be held in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, the first time in the competition’s 70-year history that it will be hosted by three countries! A great opportunity to place bets, compare odds and follow all the matches live.
After Morocco’s controversial title in the 2025 edition, Côte d'Ivoire's victory on home soil in 2023 and Senegal's long-awaited maiden triumph in 2021, Africa's finest nations will be trying to win the trophy and emerge as the best African team of the moment.
How do you bet on the African Cup of Nations? What do you need to know about the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations? Everything is explained below. Get your CAN predictions ready, as the tournament looks set to be hotly contested!
AFCON prediction: who will win the 2027 African Cup of Nations?
AFCON 2025 produced a final which will be remembered for years to come, although not necessarily for the football played. After the Senegalese players left the pitch in protest of a penalty decision that went against them, the CAF would ultimately award the title to Morocco after the fact, despite Senegal winning 1-0 in extra time.
Morocco are undoubtedly the best team in Africa at the moment but were facing immense pressure to win the 2025 AFCON title on home soil and snap their 50-year drought. The fact that they were named winners could just alleviate some pressure on the team heading into next year’s tournament. The team is bursting with talent and now have an impressive international resume to point towards, which includes making the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup.
While it’s still very early to give a prediction that’s set in stone, our experts lean towards Morocco as the team to beat in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.
Our 2027 AFCON prediction: Morocco champions!
2027 AFCON top scorer prediction
If you want to place outright bets, there are other options available besides betting on the future winner of the competition. For example, you can bet on the competition's top scorer!
To find out all the Africa Cup of Nations odds, be sure to check out our AFCON odds comparator where we give you the best odds available from the different bookmakers for each match and each bet.
- Victor Osimhen (Nigeria)
- Iliman Ndiaye (Senegal)
- Nicolas Jackson (Senegal)
- Brahim Diaz (Morocco)
- Mohamed Salah (Egypt)
- Ademola Lookman (Nigeria)
- Soufiane Rahimi (Morocco)
- Bryan Mbeumo (Cameroon)
As you can see, Africa is jam-packed with attacking talent at the moment, something that is sure to be on full display in 2027!
If you want to try this type of bet, the SportyTrader team can only advise you to bet on Victor Osimhen.
The former Charleroi, LOSC and Napoli player has been superb since his arrival at Galatasaray, scoring 57 goals in 72 appearances along with 35 goals in 45 caps for Nigeria.
Beginner punters - How does AFCON 2027 work?
Interestingly, CAF president Patrice Mostepe has announced plans to expand the African Cup of Nations to 28 teams. However, it's still not confirmed whether or not this will apply to the 2027 edition, so for the time being, we'll assume the structure will stay the same as the 2025 tournament.
AFCON 2027 qualifying
Qualifying for the 2027 African Cup of Nations begins on 25 March 2026 and runs until 16 November 2026. There's a preliminary round for the lower ranked nations, while the top 42 receive an automatic by to the qualifying group stage. The group stage consists of six matchdays which will ultimately decide the 24 nations that will take part in the tournament.
- Teams competing in qualifying: 54
- Teams ranked 1-42 receive a bye
- Teams ranked 43-54 play a preliminary round over two legs
- Qualifying concludes on 16 November 2026
Main tournament
From 18 June 2027 to 19 July 2027, the competition is divided into two phases: the group phase and the knockout phase. The group phase divides the African teams into 6 groups of 4, in which they must finish in the top two places to reach the last 16.
There is also the possibility of qualifying as the best third-placed team. Four of the six nations that finish third in their group will be eligible for the rest of the competition. The second, knockout phase is then very traditional, with single matches in the last 16, followed by quarter-finals, semi-finals, a match for third place and the grand final.
If we were to sum it all up in a few points, here's what you need to remember:
- 24 qualified teams
- Group stage (6 groups of four)
- Top 2 teams in each group qualify for the round of 16
- 4 best third-placed teams (out of 6) qualify for the last 16
- Knockout matches from the round of 16 to the final
- Extra time and penalty shoot-outs in the event of a tie from the round of 16 onwards
- Third-place is determined by a match between the losing semi-finalists
In the end, the African Cup of Nations is organised in much the same way as the European Championships, so there should be no misunderstandings on the punters' side. Keep this format of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations in mind when making your predictions. Be sure to check back to see if there are any confirmations regarding a potential expansion!
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How to make a good prediction on an African Cup of Nations football match?
Would you like to predict the 2027 African Cup of Nations like an African football expert? There are a few tips you need to know.
Here, according to SportyTrader's experts, is what you need to do to ensure you are placing the best possible bets on the competition. Making informed and calculated predictions on the African Cup of Nations is undoubtedly the key.
- Watch the latest matches played in Africa
- Study the list of absentees for each AFCON match
- Know exactly what is at stake in the match
- Take into account the history of head-to-head meetings
- Take note of the venue and time of the African Cup of Nations match
5 basic practices that you absolutely must adopt before predicting African Cup of Nations matches, otherwise you could be in for some nasty surprises.
For more details on each of these five tips, please read on. The SportyTrader editorial team provides a brief explanation for each.
Watch the latest matches played in Africa
Naturally, the first thing you’ll want to do when predicting the result of an AFCON fixture is to watch recent matches played by the two teams.
You need to note the scores and results obtained in the last matches (wins, draws, defeats), but more importantly, the statistics obtained in the game. And don't hesitate to re-watch the matches for a closer examination.
Does the team have several clean-sheets to its name? Has it shone offensively recently? What about the number of chances created and conceded? Is the team creating a high number of expected goals? Is the team more focused on possession or is it a counter-attacking side?
The answers to these questions will give you an overall picture of each African team. Don't underestimate them in your analysis!
Study the list of absentees for each AFCON match
Another good idea during the African Cup of Nations is to take note of any players absent for the match you want to bet on.
As you know, modern football relies heavily on individuals, especially when the matches are expected to be tough and tense, as is often the case at the African Cup of Nations. So watch out for any key absences!
For example, if a team's first-choice goalkeeper is injured or suspended, if a team's top scorer is ill, or simply if some of the usual substitutes are unavailable, it's best to avoid betting heavily on that country's victory.
If Osimhen isn't there for Nigeria, for example, or Salah for Egypt, the difference will quickly become apparent. So get into the habit of studying the injury/suspension list for all the matches you are interested in betting on.
Know exactly what is at stake in the match
Whether it's the first group match, a match on the final day or a knockout match, the stakes will not necessarily be the same for the teams taking part in this African Cup of Nations. So be careful when you place your bets!
For example, in the first group match, you might expect both teams to play their cards close to their chest in a bid to avoid starting the tournament off with a defeat. This will not necessarily be the case on the final matchday, where a team might have to win to qualify for the last 16, or even where one nation is already certain of elimination.
To find the right prediction on a AFCON 2027 match, make sure you know which phase of the tournament it is, and how important the match is for the two teams. Once again, you'll avoid some of the pitfalls that are always unpleasant.
Consider the history of head-to-head matches
African football is full of rivalries. The tense Algeria-Egypt clash, the West African rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana, the classic Côte d'Ivoire-Cameroon and Senegal-Cameroon all spring to mind. So you need to take this into account before betting on such a duel.
More generally, you need to be aware of the psychological stakes of each African Cup match before you place a bet.
Is a team receiving heavy criticism from the home press after a disappointing first match? Is the duel between two historically rival nations? Is one team riding a lengthy winning or unbeaten streak against its opponent on the day? All of these factors can influence the outcome of a match.
So, before making your prediction on the 2025 African Cup of Nations, be sure to dedicate some time to analyse the context. The Head-to-Head analysis can be found on our predictions page.
Note the venue and time of the African Cup of Nations match
Another great tip is to know the venue and time of the African Cup of Nations match you want to bet on. At this time of year, it's around twenty degrees in Morocco in the afternoon, so the weather would be very pleasant for playing football!
It is therefore vital to be aware of the venue and the start time of the match, as players may not perform up to the same standard in a match played in the afternoon as they would in an early-evening start time.
All in all, these 5 tips should help you better understand the context of a AFCON 2027 match, and therefore optimise your chances of success with online bookmakers. If you don't have the time to go that far, you can simply read the predictions at the top of the page. Our experts have analysed everything in depth.
What not to do when betting on the African Cup of Nations
When it comes to bad betting practices, there are a few that you really must avoid during the African Cup of Nations. Here's what you shouldn't do, for example:
- Bet without analysing the AFCON match
- Betting based solely on a nation's prestige
- Betting on a match for which a team no longer has anything to play for
- Blindly backing the favourite with no sound reasoning
- Betting an increased amount immediately after losing a bet (chasing your losses)
- Blindly betting on your favourite African team
- Betting a high number of parlays
- Making too many goalscorer predictions
These are eight mistakes that are often made by novice punters during the African Cup of Nations which unfortunately lead to regular losses. It’s up to you to eliminate these errors from your betting process which is sure to boost your overall results!
African Cup of Nations: statistics you need to know
To make increasingly accurate predictions on the African Cup of Nations, it's important to know the key statistics of the tournament.
For your bets on the Under/Over, the correct score market, the handicap market, as well as many others, here are the figures to remember about the African Cup of Nations. They were recorded at the very last edition of the competition organised by CAF (CAN 2025) which was played in early 2026 in Morocco:
| Stats | Group Stage | Knockout Stage | Overall Tournament |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals | 2.42 goals | 2.13 goals | 2.33 goals |
| Games with +0.5 goal | 89% | 81% | 87% |
| Games with +1.5 goal | 69% | 63% | 67% |
| Games with +2.5 goals | 44% | 38% | 42% |
| Games with +3.5 goals | 19% | 25% | 21% |
| Games with both teams to score | 42% | 38% | 40% |
| Win by a margin of 2 goals or more | 31% | 38% | 33% |
| Half-time draws | 56% | 63% | 58% |
| Full-time draws | 31% | 19% | 27% |
Frequent AFCON results
| Score | Group Stage | Knockout Stage | Overall Tournament |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-0 (or 0-1) | 19% | 31% | 23% |
| 1-1 | 19% | 0% | 14% |
| 2-0 (or 0-2) | 14% | 19% | 15% |
| 2-2 | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 0-0 | 11% | 19% | 14% |
As you can see from these statistics, the African Cup of Nations is not necessarily the most goal-rich international competition. Matches tend to be tightly-contested and are often decided by just a single goal. These statistics are vital to keep in mind when analysing the upcoming fixtures.
For the Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania edition of the tournament, you can focus on "Under 2.5 goals" predictions and avoid handicap bets in which you are backing the favourite.
Unsurprisingly, there's a notable dropoff in goals scored in the knockout stages compared to the group stages. This is because as the stakes go up, teams will often play with more caution. Be sure to keep this in mind for AFCON 2027 when the knockout rounds start!
In a nutshell: how to make winning predictions on the 2027 African Cup of Nations?
The African Cup of Nations is undoubtedly one of the most eagerly awaited football events in 2027. To make the right predictions, you should apply the many tips on this page to each match.
Take the time to analyse the context of each match, find out how the tournament is progressing, the key figures and adopt the bettor's best practices.
In addition to consulting our team's free predictions, this will enable you to make the most of your betting slips at the online sports betting sites, and avoid losing too much money on the competition.
So take a considered approach to the 2027 African Cup of Nations, base your analysis of the competition's matches on the right figures and information and you'll maximise your winnings at the bookmakers during this AFCON in Kenya, Uganda and Tazania!. This way you can enjoy the tournament in the best possible manner and make the most of it by placing reliable sports bets.
Our AFCON Predictions of the moment
Our AFCON predictions and betting tips will be available soon. Check back regularly for the latest insights.
Best Odds to bet on AFCON 2027
Odds are not yet available for this competition.
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AFCON 2027 : Frequently Asked Questions
The 2027 African Cup of Nations will be held from 18 June 2026 to 19 July 2027. Get ready to be thrilled by betting on the competition.
It's still early so there isn't a lot of information available regarding which broadcasters have the rights to show the 2027 AFCON tournament.
However, we can make some inferences based on the previous edition. Here is the 2025 AFCON channels for various countries:
Nigerians were able to watch all 52 matches of the tournament by tuning in to NTA (Nigerian Television Authority). This public broadcaster is Nigeria's largest local television channel.
South Africans were able to watch 2025 AFCON through SABC Sport and SuperSport. It is the largest sports broadcasting company on the entire continent of Africa and even broadcast the draw for the 2025 AFCON qualifying groups. SuperSport has a history of showing international competitions and also had the rights to show all 52 matches in the previous edition.
Kenyans could turn to KBC, a free-to-air TV channel which had the rights to broadcast all of the matches in the previous AFCON.
Finally, those located in the UK will likely find the 2027 AFCON matches on Sky Sports, BBC or Eurosport.
The final of the African Cup of Nations is a high-profile event in world football and as a result, sees a high number of channels and services broadcasting the match. The AFCON 2025 final, for example, saw 180 different territories televising the action, making it the most-viewed AFCON final in history.
It's popularity means that it shouldn't be too difficult to watch the AFCON 2027 final regardless of where you live. The stations and services that we laid out in the above FAQ will almost certainly be showing the African Cup of Nations final. Whether it's SuperSport, New World TV, SABC, NTA, beIN, Canal+, BBC, Afrosport, Sky or one of the countless others; if you have access to a TV, you'll likely have access to the AFCON final.
