where can i watch afcon in uk

You can watch AFCON in the UK for free on Channel 4’s TV channels and streaming platforms, with all the main games available live.

Main ways to watch

• Live matches are being shown on Channel 4’s family of channels, including Channel 4, E4 and 4seven on Freeview, Sky, Virgin and other TV platforms.

• You can stream games online via Channel 4’s streaming service (sometimes called Channel 4 Streaming / All 4) once you create a free account.

• Selected games and highlights are also available on the Channel 4 Sport YouTube channel and on C4Sport’s social media accounts.

Key details for fans

• AFCON 2025 (being played across Dec 2025–Jan 2026) has its UK broadcast rights with Channel 4, so you do not need any paid sports subscription to watch the main fixtures.

• Big knockout ties like Nigeria vs Morocco are specifically listed as free-to-air on E4 with simultaneous free streaming through Channel 4’s online platform.

• Match schedules and confirmed UK kick-off times are regularly updated on live football TV listing sites under “Africa Cup of Nations on TV” for the UK.

Quick viewing checklist

• For standard TV:
  • Tune to Channel 4 / E4 / 4seven around listed kick-off times.

• For streaming in the UK:
  • Create or log into a free Channel 4 streaming account, then search for the live AFCON match tile.

• For highlights and clips:
  • Check Channel 4 Sport on YouTube and C4Sport on X (Twitter) for key moments and highlight packages.

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