AFCON

Africa Cup of Nations — Africa's continental football championship, held every two years.

Definition: Africa Cup of Nations — Africa's continental football championship, held every two years.

What is AFCON?

The African Cup of Nations (AFCON) is Africa's biggest football tournament. Egypt leads all-time titles (7). Cameroon 5. Ghana 4. Nigeria 3. Ivory Coast and Algeria 2 each. Held every 2 years, the timing often clashes with European league seasons (December-February), causing club-vs-country debates. Drogba, Eto'o, Salah, Mané are major AFCON figures.

Players who exemplify AFCON