The Africa Cup of Nations (2024) is a major event in African football. How to watch the CAN live and when will the matches take place? Follow us for a complete immersion in this anticipated competition.
It’s been almost 10 years in the making. In 2024, Ivory Coast will host the 34th edition of the African Cup of Nations. Also abbreviated as CAN or CAF on the other side of the Atlantic, this competition brings together the best African teams for 52 explosive matches. The last edition, won by Senegal, left its mark with its intensity and spectacle.
Among the favorites are renowned teams such as Algeria, Egypt, Cameroon and Nigeria who are ready to do battle to obtain the prestigious title. In this guide prepared by the Sports editorial team, you will find the complete match schedule, as well as important information on subscriptions to watch the competition, match results and various information on the 2024 African Cup of Nations.
How to watch CAN 2024 in streaming?
Once again, it is beIN SPORTS which will broadcast all the matches of the 2024 edition. The Qatari channel has broadcasting rights for France, but also in many other African countries, the United States and even Asia.
beIN SPORTS: how to subscribe to the channel?
The beIN SPORTS subscription costs €15 per month. This non-binding offer allows you to watch CAN matches, but also the Champions League, Ligue 2 and even the Liga SüperLig. If registration can be done from your TV box, it is also possible to subscribe to beIN SPORTS CONNECT (same price). Access to channels as well as replay made from the myCANAL application.
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The beIN SPORTS offer in summary:
- A subscription at €15 per month and without commitment;
- Allows you to watch all CAN matches, but also those of the Champions League, Ligue 2 and the Liga SüperLig.
Canal+: for sports lovers
If you are a sports fan, we advise you to take a look at the Canal+ SPORT offer. Offered at €25.99 per month for the first year, it allows you to watch all the CAN 2024 matches, as well as the Champions League, the Premier League and even Formula 1. In addition, you will access the myCANAL catalog.
The Canal+ offer in summary:
- The subscription to Canal+ Sport (which includes beIN SPORTS) is €25.99 per month for the first year, then increases to €39.99 per month;
- This pack includes Canal+, Apple TV+, beIN SPORTS, DAZN, Eurosport, Canal+ SPORT and Canal+ FOOT. Enough to follow sports live, but also some series and films.
- You will be able to watch all the CAN 2024 matches, but also the Champions League, the Premier League and even Formula 1.
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Which teams qualify for CAN 2024?
There are 24 teams qualified for CAN 2024. Here are those who will play during the event:
- South Africa 🇿🇦
- Algeria 🇩🇿
- Angola 🇦🇴
- Burkina Faso 🇧🇫
- Cameroon 🇨🇲
- Cape Verde 🇨🇻
- Ivory Coast 🇨🇮
- Egypt 🇪🇬
- Gambia 🇬🇦
- Ghana 🇬🇭
- Equatorial Guinea 🇬🇶
- Guinea 🇬🇳
- Guinea-Bissau 🇬🇼
- Mali 🇲🇱
- Morocco 🇲🇦
- Mauritania 🇲🇷
- Mozambique 🇲🇿
- Namibia 🇳🇦
- Nigeria 🇳🇬
- Democratic Republic of Congo 🇨🇩
- Senegal 🇸🇳
- Tanzania 🇹🇿
- Tunisia 🇹🇳
- Zambia 🇿🇲
What are the groups for CAN 2024?
As explained above, there were 24 teams selected to participate in CAN 2024. They were divided into 6 groups during a draw which took place on October 12, 2023.
- Group A: Ivory Coast, Guinea-Bissau, Equatorial Guinea, Nigeria;
- Group B: Mozambique, Cape Verde, Ghana, Egypt;
- Group C: Gambia, Guinea, Cameroon, Senegal;
- Group D: Angola, Mauritania, Burkina Faso, Algeria;
- Group E: Namibia, South Africa, Mali, Tunisia;
- Group F: Tanzania, Zambia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Morocco.
Senegal, who is the latest champion, is in a high level group. Cameroon has already won this competition 5 times.
How does the CAN take place?
There are 24 teams divided into six groups of four during the CAN. After a first group phase, direct elimination matches follow. The first two in each group, plus the four best third-placed teams, will qualify for the 1/8 finals. In the end, there are no less than 52 matches that fans will be able to watch.
What are the stages of CAN 2024?
If the opening match of the competition and the final will be held at the Alassane Ouattara stadium (Abidjan), the teams will also compete at 5 other stadiums including Paix (Bouaké), Charles-Konan-Banny (Yamoussoukro), Amadou Gon Coulibaly (Korhogo) and Laurent Pokou (San-Pédro).
CAN 2024 calendar of upcoming matches
| Date | French broadcast time | Teams | Match score | Streaming platform |
| 01/13/2023 | 9 p.m. | Ivory Coast – Guinea-Bissau | ||
- Find all the CAN 2024 matches here
Everything you need to know about the 2024 African Cup of Nations (CAN):
We have compiled the main information on CAN 2024 in the following lines. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to post them to us in the comments section on or on social networks.
Who broadcasts CAN 2024 in France?
In France, beIN SPORTS holds the broadcast rights for the 2024 African Cup of Nations.
Which is the organizing country of CAN 2024?
Ivory Coast has been preparing the ground since 2014. Nearly 10 years later, this country is finally hosting the major African football competition.
When does the 2024 African Cup of Nations start?
CAN 2024 will be held from January 13 to February 11 in Ivory Coast.
Who won the previous 2022 African Cup of Nations?
The last African Cup of Nations dates back to 2022. It was won by Senegal 5-4 on penalties against Algeria who hosted the competition.
Why was CAN 2024 postponed?
Initially scheduled for the summer of 2023, the CAN was postponed to winter 2024 for climatic reasons, thus providing an optimal setting for teams and fans.
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