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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