Africa Cup of Nations Trivia

The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is the premier international football tournament in Africa, bringing together the best national teams from across the continent. Since its inception in 1957, the tournament has grown in size and prestige, showcasing the rich footballing talent and passion that Africa has to offer. This trivia will test your knowledge about the history, players, and memorable moments of the Africa Cup of Nations.

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Africa Cup of Nations Trivia Questions

1. In which year was the first Africa Cup of Nations held?
2. Which country has won the most Africa Cup of Nations titles?
3. Who was the top scorer in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations?
4. Which country hosted the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations?
5. What is the name of the official match ball used in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations?
6. Who won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2017?
7. Which country won the first Africa Cup of Nations?
8. Which player has scored the most goals in a single Africa Cup of Nations tournament?
9. How many teams participated in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations?
10. Who is the youngest player to ever score in an Africa Cup of Nations tournament?
11. Which country won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2013?
12. What is the nickname of the Nigerian national football team?
13. Who is the only coach to have won the Africa Cup of Nations with two different countries?
14. Which country has hosted the Africa Cup of Nations the most times?
15. Who was named the Best Player of the Tournament in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations?
16. How many goals did Samuel Eto'o score in his Africa Cup of Nations career?
17. Which country did Egypt defeat to win the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations?
18. What is the maximum number of times a single player has participated in the Africa Cup of Nations?
19. Which team was the runner-up in the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations?
20. Who was the captain of the Ivory Coast team that won the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations?
21. Which country has appeared in the most Africa Cup of Nations tournaments without winning?
22. Who scored the winning goal in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations final?
23. Which country was the first to host the Africa Cup of Nations twice?
24. What is the nickname of the Ghana national football team?
25. Who holds the record for the fastest goal in an Africa Cup of Nations match?
26. In which year did South Africa first win the Africa Cup of Nations?
27. Which country was the runner-up in the 1992 Africa Cup of Nations?
28. How many times has Cameroon won the Africa Cup of Nations?
29. Which country won the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations?
30. Who was the first goalkeeper to captain a team to victory in the Africa Cup of Nations?
31. What is the nickname of the Egyptian national football team?
32. Which country did Cameroon defeat to win the 2002 Africa Cup of Nations?
33. Who was the top scorer in the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations?
34. How many times has the Africa Cup of Nations been held in North Africa?
35. Which country withdrew from hosting the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations due to the Ebola outbreak?
36. Who was the youngest player to ever play in an Africa Cup of Nations final?
37. Which country won the Africa Cup of Nations in 1990?
38. What is the nickname of the South African national football team?
39. Who was named the Best Goalkeeper in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations?
40. Which team has the most runner-up finishes in the Africa Cup of Nations?
41. Which country won the Africa Cup of Nations in 1982?
42. Who scored the most goals in the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations?
43. How many times has the Africa Cup of Nations been held in West Africa?
44. What is the nickname of the Senegal national football team?
45. Who was the top scorer in the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations?
46. Which country won the Africa Cup of Nations in 1976?
47. Who is the all-time top scorer in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations?
48. Which country hosted the Africa Cup of Nations in 2000?
49. Who was the first player to score in three different Africa Cup of Nations tournaments?
50. Which country won the Africa Cup of Nations in 2004?
51. Who was named the Best Young Player of the Tournament in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations?
52. Which country won the Africa Cup of Nations in 1968?
53. What is the nickname of the Ivory Coast national football team?
54. Who scored the winning goal in the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations final?
55. Which country hosted the Africa Cup of Nations in 2012?
56. Who was the top scorer in the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations?
57. Which country won the Africa Cup of Nations in 1974?
58. Who was the first player to score a hat-trick in an Africa Cup of Nations final?
59. Which country won the Africa Cup of Nations in 1984?
60. Who was the first African player to win the Ballon d'Or and also played in the Africa Cup of Nations?

Africa Cup of Nations Trivia Answers

1. 1957
2. Egypt
3. Odion Ighalo
4. Cameroon
5. "Toghu"
6. Cameroon
7. Egypt
8. Ndaye Mulamba (9 goals in 1974)
9. 24
10. Shiva N'Zigou (16 years old)
11. Nigeria
12. Super Eagles
13. Hervé Renard (Zambia and Ivory Coast)
14. Egypt
15. Ismaël Bennacer
16. 18 goals
17. Ghana
18. 8 (Rigobert Song and Ahmed Hassan)
19. Ivory Coast
20. Yaya Touré
21. Guinea
22. Baghdad Bounedjah
23. Egypt
24. Black Stars
25. Ayman Mansour (23 seconds)
26. 1996
27. Ghana
28. 5
29. Algeria
30. Essam El-Hadary (Egypt, 2010)
31. The Pharaohs
32. Senegal
33. Didier Drogba
34. 10
35. Morocco
36. Samuel Kuffour (16 years old)
37. Algeria
38. Bafana Bafana
39. Rais M'Bolhi
40. Ghana
41. Ghana
42. Samuel Eto'o
43. 11
44. The Lions of Teranga
45. Emmanuel Emenike
46. Morocco
47. Samuel Eto'o (18 goals)
48. Ghana and Nigeria
49. Laurent Pokou
50. Tunisia
51. Krépin Diatta
52. Congo-Kinshasa
53. The Elephants
54. Mohamed Aboutrika
55. Gabon and Equatorial Guinea
56. Gedo
57. Zaire (now DR Congo)
58. Pierre Ndaye Mulamba
59. Cameroon
60. George Weah

Conclusion

The Africa Cup of Nations is a celebration of African football, showcasing the continent's best talent and its passion for the game. With a rich history of memorable matches, legendary players, and thrilling moments, the tournament has grown into one of the most significant events in international football. Whether you're a long-time fan or a new follower, the AFCON continues to captivate audiences with its unique blend of competitive spirit and cultural pride. For more detailed information on the Africa Cup of Nations, visit the Wikipedia page on the Africa Cup of Nations.