Nigeria has the opportunity to further enhance its standing as the nation with the highest number of medals won, while Senegal is poised to join the exclusive ranks of nations successfully defending their title.
In a noteworthy development, André Ayew from Ghana has officially become part of the elite group of players with eight different tournament participations, joining the esteemed company of Ahmed Hassan and Rigobert Song.
As the 34th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations unfolds, several records are on the verge of being broken:
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Player Records
André Ayew (Ghana):
Ayew has the chance to surpass three other players, becoming the sole record holder for the most goals in AFCON tournaments. Having already scored in six tournaments, this could mark his seventh, contingent on a stellar performance against Egypt.
Youssef Msakni (Tunisia):
The star player for the Carthage Eagles is on the brink of joining four others in the record for the most tournaments with a goal. Despite a setback in his 100th-cap milestone match, he remains a key contender in this edition, marking his sixth appearance.
Vincent Aboubakar (Cameroon) or André Ayew (Ghana):
One or both could join the ranks of six other players who have won the top goal scorer of the tournament on two separate occasions.
Sadio Mané (Senegal) or Ismaël Bennacer (Algeria):
Either player could emulate Ahmed Hassan by winning the award for the most valuable player on two occasions, with both Mané and Bennacer being prominent figures in this year’s tournament.
Country Records
Pharaohs of Egypt:
Egypt continues to extend its record for the most overall appearances at the Africa Cup of Nations, now participating for the 26th time. With seven titles to their name, an eighth win would solidify their record for the most championships.
Egypt could also extend their lead in overall points, finals appearances, and hat tricks.
**Super Eagles of Nigeria:**
The Eagles stand to increase their record as the country with the most medals, and a top-three finish would further cement their status with 15 medals.
Nigeria could also extend its record for the most bronze medals and tie Ghana for the most silver medals with a second-place finish.
Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire:
If Ivory Coast emerges victorious in the final, they would break the streak of host countries not winning the AFCON since 2006.
Teranga Lions of Senegal:
Coach Aliou Cissé has the chance to join an exclusive coaching club by retaining the AFCON title, making Senegal the fourth nation to achieve this feat.
Black Stars of Ghana:
Ghana has the potential to add to its record for the most silver medals with a potential sixth silver if they finish as runners-up.
Carthage Eagles of Tunisia:
Tunisia continues its record streak with a 16th consecutive appearance in the Africa Cup of Nations.