Rabat: Four Moroccan players feature in the Best XI for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, held from December 21 to January 18, as announced on Wednesday by the CAF Technical Study Group (TSG).

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, the Moroccan players include goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, who conceded just two goals in seven matches, and his teammates Achraf Hakimi, Noussair Mazraoui, and Brahim Diaz. Diaz was the tournament’s top scorer, showcasing a significant contribution to his team’s success.

The Best XI list also includes four players from Senegal: Moussa Niakhaté, Pape Gueye, Idrissa Gueye, and Sadio Mané. Additionally, Nigerian players Calvin Bassey, Ademola Lookman, and Victor Osimhen round out the distinguished lineup.

The CAF TSG selected the tournament’s Team of the Tournament using a comprehensive evaluation model. This process was conducted initially remotely and then on-site throughout the competition, utilizing live data platforms, multi-angle video feeds, and dedicated vi
deo analysts to ensure accurate assessments.