CAF Brings AFCON 2025 Highlights to Netflix
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that highlights from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) are now available on Netflix across Sub-Saharan Africa, marking a major step in digital access to African football.
Netflix subscribers in the region can now watch a daily highlights show featuring the tournament’s key moments, goals, and match action. Full live matches are not included, but fans can relive the best plays from the Morocco-hosted competition.
First-Time Streaming Partnership for AFCON
This marks the first time CAF has delivered AFCON content directly to a global streaming platform. The Morocco 2025 edition, already attracting record attention, is now accessible to younger, mobile-first audiences who prefer on-demand and digital viewing over traditional TV broadcasts.
By putting highlights on Netflix, CAF is adapting to changing football consumption habits in Africa, where fans increasingly prefer short-form video and on-demand content.
Making AFCON More Accessible
Netflix’s existing millions of subscribers in Sub-Saharan Africa mean fans can now access AFCON highlights without signing up for additional sports channels. Casual viewers can easily watch tournament content alongside their favourite movies and series.
CAF says the initiative is part of a broader push to showcase African football online, reaching audiences beyond traditional TV. The 2025 tournament has already been broadcast in over 180 countries, and Netflix highlights further expand the tournament’s global visibility.
Impact on African Football and Fan Engagement
As streaming services grow across Africa, CAF’s move could signal a shift toward short-form, on-demand football content, keeping fans engaged during tournaments. The Netflix highlights also make it easier for viewers to follow games and moments in real-time, even if they miss live matches.
Interest in AFCON 2025 remains strong, with Morocco and Nigeria among the remaining teams, competitive matches, and passionate fan support keeping audiences engaged across the continent.
Future of Digital Football in Africa
CAF’s partnership with Netflix demonstrates a new approach to distributing African football content, combining traditional TV deals with digital-first platforms. This move could shape how African football is shared and consumed in the future, catering to a tech-savvy, mobile-first generation of fans.
