Table of Contents
- Squad Registration for Africa Cup of Nations
- Purpose of the Expanded List
- Inclusion of Technical Staff
- Final Squad Deadline
- Competition Dates
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that each participating nation will be permitted to register a final squad of 28 players for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
As stated by CAF, the larger squad is intended to assist teams in better managing player fitness, injuries, workload, and any health-related issues throughout the month-long tournament.
Additionally, the continent's football governing body indicated that each national team may include up to 17 members of the technical staff for the event.
This initiative aims to provide sufficient support in coaching, medical, logistics, and performance analysis roles.
The 24 teams are expected to finalize their 28-player squads by December 11.
Morocco will host the tournament from December 18, 2025, to January 18, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum number of players a country can register for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations?
Each participating country can register a maximum of 28 players for the tournament.
Why has CAF expanded the squad list for the tournament?
The expanded squad list is designed to help teams manage player fitness, injuries, workload, and any health-related concerns during the month-long event.
How many members of technical staff can each national team include?
Each national team can include up to 17 members of the technical staff for the competition.
When is the deadline for finalizing the squad?
The deadline for finalizing the 28-player squad is December 11.
When will the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations take place?
The tournament will be hosted in Morocco from December 18, 2025, to January 18, 2026.
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