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How to watch AFCON 2025 on Channel 4 — it's *FREE*

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Morocco are favorites as they host the Africa Cup of Nations 2025

Sebastien Haller celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 semi-final football match between Ivory Coast and Democratic Repuplic of Congo at Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium in Ebimpe, Abidjan on February 7, 2024.
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Stream AFCON 2025 for free on Channel 4 — Unblock with NordVPN (70% Off)

AFCON 2025 begins this weekend with all 52 matches airing across Channel 4 for free during the tournament.

Elsewhere, Mohamed Salah’s Egypt, Victor Osimhen’s Nigeria, and Iliman Ndiaye’s Senegal will all have their eyes firmly fixed on the prize in what promises to be an entertaining tournament.

U.K. residents, in particular, are in luck, as every game will be streamed for free on Channel 4’s streaming service.

But what if you’re in the U.S., Canada, Australia, or even visiting Morocco for the tournament? Don’t worry — we’ve got you covered, as NordVPN can help you unlock Channel 4’s free streams from anywhere in the world.

How to watch AFCON 2025 for free on Channel 4

The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 is being streamed free in its entirety on Channel 4.NordVPN
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The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 is being streamed free in its entirety on Channel 4.

Every single game from the opener between Morocco and Comoros to the final on January 18.

Don't have an account yet? Sign up here — you will need a U.K. postcode (e.g. SE1 7PB).

Those traveling outside the U.K. can use NordVPN to access their free stream — more on that below.

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How to watch AFCON 2025 live streams from anywhere

Channel 4's streaming service is exclusive to the U.K., so those in the U.S. or Canada will need a VPN to access AFCON on the British streaming platform.

A VPN sets your devices to appear back in your home country, regardless of where you are in the world. It's ideal for soccer fans away on business or vacation during AFCON 2025. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market:

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Using a VPN is incredibly stress free.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is our favorite.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance if you're in Canada and want to view Channel 4, you'd select 'United Kingdom' from the listed countries.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to Channel 4 and watch the action.

Channel 4's AFCON 2025 Coverage Q+A

Why should I watch AFCON 2025 on Channel 4?

Channel 4 is the perfect place to watch AFCON 2025 live and free. Not only is this the first time the tournament will be available free-to-air in the UK, but the coverage is also extensive, with every match available to watch.

Games will be broadcast across Channel 4, E4, 4Seven, and Channel 4’s YouTube channel, with every fixture also available to stream via Channel 4’s streaming service.

Remember. Use NordVPN if you're outside the United Kingdom on business or vacation.

What devices can I watch Channel 4 on?

  • Amazon Fire – Fire Tablets, Fire TV Cube, Fire TV Stick, and Fire TVs
  • Android TV (some models not supported)
  • Android – Mobile and tablet devices running Android 7.0 or later
  • Apple TV – tvOS 14 or later
  • Google TV – Chromecast with Google TV and NVIDIA Shield
  • Freely
  • Freesat (some models not supported)
  • Freeview Play – Compatible TVs and set-top boxes (some models not supported)
  • iOS – iPhone and iPad running iOS 14 or later
  • LG Smart TVs – 2016–2024 models
  • NOW Smart Sticks and Boxes – Minimum firmware version 11.5.0
  • PlayStation – PS4 and PS5
  • Roku – Roku Stick and Roku OS-powered TVs (minimum firmware version 11.5.0)
  • Samsung Smart TVs – 2017 models and newer
  • Sky Q, Sky Glass, and Sky Stream puck
  • Virgin Media – 360, Stream, and TiVo
  • YouView – BT, Humax, Sony, and TalkTalk
  • Xbox – Xbox One, Series X, and Series S

AFCON 2025 Streaming Schedule

AFCON 2025 group games and their dedicated channels across Channel 4:

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Jacob Jones
Jacob Jones
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Jacob is a journalist and editor based in the UK. He studied Specialist Sports Journalism at the University of Derby, graduating with First-Class Honours. He has contributed articles to Football League World and previously worked at Yeovil Town Football Club. Jacob’s expertise spans streaming services and sports, with a particular passion for football, cricket, and rugby union.

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