How to Watch Bafana Bafana at AFCON 2025 in the UK

For the first time ever, UK football fans can watch the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025 live and free, thanks to a landmark agreement between CAF and Channel 4.

Channel 4 has secured exclusive UK rights to broadcast all 52 matches across its platforms:

Channel 4
E4
4Seven
Channel 4 Streaming
Channel 4 Sport YouTube

No subscription is required, every game will be free-to-air, making AFCON 2025 more accessible than ever for UK viewers.

AFCON 2025 Tournament Overview

The tournament kicks off on Sunday, 21 December 2025 in Morocco and will feature 24 teams competing across nine stadiums. Over the course of the competition, fans will enjoy 52 matches, including group stages, knockouts, and the final.

How to Watch Bafana Bafana in the UK

South African fans living in the UK can follow Bafana Bafana live on Channel 4. Here are the key fixtures to mark on your calendar:

Egypt vs Zimbabwe – Monday, 22 December at 5 PM
South Africa vs Egypt – Friday, 26 December at 3 PM (Boxing Day)
Zimbabwe vs South Africa – Monday, 29 December at 6 PM

These matches will be available live on Channel 4 and streaming platforms, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the action.

Why AFCON Is Big for UK Football Fans

Channel 4’s Head of Sport, Pete Andrews, calls this a “historic moment” for UK football fans. With Premier League coverage reduced over Christmas, AFCON offers a thrilling alternative featuring global stars such as:

Lyle Foster (Burnley)
Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
Marshall Munetsi (Wolves)
Tawanda Chirewa (Wolves)
…and many more from the English Championship and top European leagues.

Expect high-quality football, dramatic storylines, and festive fixtures that keep fans entertained throughout December.

The Partnership Behind the Deal

This groundbreaking agreement was facilitated by IMG, CAF’s international media rights and sponsorship agency, ensuring AFCON reaches millions of UK households for the first time. It also reinforces AFCON’s status as one of the most prestigious tournaments in global football.