The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations once again underlines the growing stature and financial strength of African football, with significantly increased prize money across all stages of the tournament.
Here’s how the rewards are structured:
▪️ Teams finishing 4th in the group stage receive $500,000
▪️ 3rd-place group finishers earn $700,000
▪️ Quarterfinalists take home $800,000
▪️ The team in 4th place overall pockets $1.3 million Egypt 🇪🇬
▪️ Bronze medal winners (3rd place) receive a substantial $2.5 million, Super Eagles of Nigeria
▪️ Runners-up are rewarded with $4 million
▪️ The AFCON champions walk away with a massive $10 million
With their bronze, medal finish, the Super Eagles of Nigeria not only secured a place on the podium but also earned $2.5 million in prize money, a fitting reward for their resilience, quality, and strong showing throughout the tournament.
