20. 2019 – Algeria vs Senegal (1-0)
The 2019 final in Cairo was a tense, tactical affair. Algeria, managed by Djamel Belmadi, won 1-0 thanks to Baghdad Bounedjah’s deflected shot in the 2nd minute. The goal was the fastest in AFCON final history. Senegal pushed hard but couldn’t break through Algeria’s solid defense. The win gave Algeria their second AFCON title and was celebrated wildly across the country.
19. 2006 – Egypt vs Ivory Coast (0-0, 4-2 penalties)
The 2006 final in Cairo was decided by penalties after a 0-0 draw. Egypt won 4-2 on spot-kicks, with Essam El-Hadary saving two penalties. The match was tense and physical, with both teams missing chances. Egypt won their fifth AFCON title, cementing their status as Africa’s most successful nation.
18. 1998 – Egypt vs South Africa (2-0)
The 1998 final in Ouagadougou saw Egypt win 2-0 against South Africa. Goals from Tarek Taha and Hossam Hassan sealed the victory. Egypt won their fourth title and began their dominance in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
17. 2004 – Tunisia vs Morocco (2-1)
The 2004 final in Tunis was a local derby. Tunisia won 2-1 with goals from Younes Jemaa and Ziad Jaziri. Morocco’s Marouane Chamakh scored but couldn’t prevent Tunisia from winning their first AFCON title on home soil.
16. 2015 – Ivory Coast vs Ghana (0-0, 9-8 penalties)
The 2015 final in Bata was a penalty shootout classic. Ivory Coast won 9-8 after 0-0 in normal time. The shootout went to sudden death, with Gervinho scoring the winner. Ivory Coast won their second AFCON title, and the match is remembered for its tension and drama.
15. 1992 – Ivory Coast vs Ghana (0-0, 11-10 penalties)
The 1992 final in Dakar was the longest penalty shootout in AFCON history. Ivory Coast won 11-10 after 0-0 in normal time. The match is remembered for its drama and the fact that it was decided by penalties.
14. 2017 – Cameroon vs Egypt (2-1)
The 2017 final in Libreville saw Cameroon win 2-1 against Egypt. Goals from Nicolas N’Koulou and Vincent Aboubakar sealed the victory. Egypt’s Mohamed Salah scored a penalty but couldn’t prevent Cameroon from winning their fifth title. The match was dramatic and physical.
13. 2008 – Egypt vs Cameroon (1-0)
The 2008 final in Accra saw Egypt win 1-0 against Cameroon. Mohamed Aboutrika scored the winner. Egypt won their sixth title and continued their dominance in the late 2000s.
12. 1990 – Algeria vs Nigeria (1-0)
The 1990 final in Algiers saw Algeria win 1-0 against Nigeria. Cherif Oudjani scored the winner. The match was played in front of a passionate home crowd and marked Algeria’s first AFCON title.
11. 1988 – Cameroon vs Nigeria (1-0)
The 1988 final in Casablanca saw Cameroon win 1-0 against Nigeria. Emmanuel Kunde scored the winner from a penalty. Cameroon won their first AFCON title and began their rise as a powerhouse.
10. 1984 – Cameroon vs Nigeria (3-1)
The 1984 final in Abidjan saw Cameroon win 3-1 against Nigeria. Goals from Roger Milla (2) and René Ndjeya sealed the victory. Cameroon won their first AFCON title and Milla became a national hero.
9. 2000 – Cameroon vs Nigeria (4-3)
The 2000 final in Lagos was a thriller. Cameroon won 4-3 against Nigeria in extra time. Samuel Eto’o scored the winner. The match was dramatic and full of goals. Cameroon won their third title.
8. 1996 – South Africa vs Tunisia (2-0)
The 1996 final in Johannesburg saw South Africa win 2-0 against Tunisia. Goals from Mark Williams sealed the victory. South Africa won their first AFCON title on home soil, just two years after ending apartheid.
7. 2013 – Nigeria vs Burkina Faso (1-0)
The 2013 final in Johannesburg saw Nigeria win 1-0 against Burkina Faso. Sunday Mba scored the winner. Nigeria won their third AFCON title and showed their resilience.
6. 1978 – Ghana vs Uganda (2-0)
The 1978 final in Accra saw Ghana win 2-0 against Uganda. Goals from Opoku Nti and Abdul Razak sealed the victory. Ghana won their third title.
5. 1982 – Ghana vs Libya (1-1, 7-6 penalties)
The 1982 final in Tripoli was decided by penalties. Ghana won 7-6 after 1-1 in normal time. The match is remembered for its drama and the fact that it was decided by penalties.
4. 1994 – Nigeria vs Zambia (2-1)
The 1994 final in Tunis saw Nigeria win 2-1 against Zambia. Goals from Daniel Amokachi and Emmanuel Amunike sealed the victory. Nigeria won their second AFCON title.
3. 1986 – Egypt vs Cameroon (0-0, 5-4 penalties)
The 1986 final in Cairo was decided by penalties. Egypt won 5-4 after 0-0 in normal time. The match is remembered for its tension and the fact that it was decided by penalties.
2. 1974 – Congo vs Zaire (2-2, 5-3 penalties)
The 1974 final in Cairo was a thriller. Congo won 5-3 on penalties after 2-2 in normal time. The match is remembered for its drama and the fact that it was decided by penalties.
1. 1970 – Sudan vs Ghana (1-0)
The 1970 final in Khartoum saw Sudan win 1-0 against Ghana. Nasr El-Din Abbas scored the winner. The match is remembered for its drama and the fact that Sudan won their first AFCON title.
The AFCON finals are part of the tournament’s DNA. They remind us why we love football—the drama, the passion, and the possibility of history being made in 90 minutes. These matches have defined the careers of players and managers and have made the AFCON one of the greatest tournaments in the world.
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