The current Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament is scheduled to finish on 18 January 2026, with the final to be played in Rabat, Morocco.

Key date

  • The AFCON final is planned for 18 January 2026.
  • The match is scheduled at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, which will host the title decider.

Quick timeline context

  • The tournament window runs from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, so the competition wraps up in mid‑January 2026.
  • These dates were shifted from mid‑2025 to avoid clashing with the expanded FIFA Club World Cup.