AFCON History Made: Senegal's $11.6 Million Windfall from Iconic Final

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In a thrilling finale to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Senegal and Morocco battled it out in overtime. While the outcome of the match remains uncertain, one thing is clear: the winners will take home a record-breaking prize of $11.6 million. According to the AFCON prize money breakdown, the champions earn an additional $7 million on top of the $4 million already guaranteed to the finalists. This significant financial reward has been a major incentive for teams competing in the tournament. Here's a breakdown of the prize money for the 2025 AFCON: - Teams eliminated in the group stage: $500,000 - Best third-placed teams: $700,000 - Teams eliminated in the round of 16: $800,000 - Teams eliminated in the quarterfinals: $1.3 million - Semifinalists: $2.5 million - Runner-up: $4 million - Champions: $11.6 million The 2025 AFCON has been a closely contested tournament, with Senegal and Morocco pushing each other to the limit. While the outcome of the match is still pending, one thing is certain - the winners will take home a significant prize, cementing their place in AFCON history.