AFCON qualifiers fixtures 2023

In 2023, the AFCON qualifiers fixtures begin and bettors can find out all the key information and dates here.

Note: This event is over/ No fixtures available

What is the AFCON Qualifiers Format?

First, you can find an explanation about how the AFCON schedule and qualifications work.

In 2022, the 12 lower-ranked African sides played in preliminary rounds. Six teams advanced from this stage, São Tomé and Príncipe, South Sudan, Lesotho, Eswatini, Gambia and Botswana.

Then, in April 2022, 48 teams were drawn in 12 groups made up of four teams. In the group stages, the four teams in each group play six AFCON qualifiers fixtures in total. The teams play once at home and once away.

Currently, five rounds have been played in the AFCON 2023 schedule. The final round of fixtures takes place in September 2023.

To progress to the finals, a team must top their group by winning the most AFCON qualifiers fixtures. However, the second-placed team in the standings also goes through to the finals.

Lastly, once the group stages have concluded, 24 teams head to the AFCON finals. In 2024, the finals will take place in Ivory Coast, who does not have to participate in the qualifiers, since they have qualified as the host country.

AFCON Qualifiers Fixtures

Where can I get AFCON qualifiers predictions?

For the upcoming round 6 matches, bettors can find Afcon qualifiers predictions at various platforms. Currently, many bookmakers will have predictions from match outcomes and future selections for each group table. Before the next round of matches kicks off for round 6, bettors can check out predictions at their preferred betting provider.

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Frequently asked questions about

Lastly, you will find answers to common questions here about AFCON, qualifications and the standings.

How many games are there in the AFCON qualifiers?

Overall, during the Africa Cup Nations group stages, a total of 288 matches will be played. However, each team only plays six matches as they face their group opponents twice during qualifying. 

Which country hosts the AFCON qualifiers?

Usually, there is no host country from the Africa Cup of Nations qualification. Instead, the nations play each other once in their home nation and away in the opponent’s country. 

What are the dates for the Afcon Qualifiers in 2023 for Nigeria?

Nigeria’s next games take place on March 28, June 12 and September 4 2023. 

Who are Nigeria’s opponents in the Afcon Qualifiers 2023?

In 2023, Nigeria were drawn into a group with Guinea-Bissau, Sierra Leone and São Tomé and Príncipe.

Why was the Afcon qualifiers postponed to March 2023? 

The schedule was moved to 2023 so the African nations could prepare for the 2022 World Cup. 

Who are the key players for Nigeria in the Afcon Qualifiers 2023?

Currently, Nigerian player Victor Osimhen has been the key player. So far, the striker has scored five goals in two matches.