The beautiful game is expanding its horizons once more and in a significant move for the eFootball franchise, Konami has officially announced the signing of a partnership agreement with the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
This landmark deal will see the vibrant passion of African football integrated directly into eFootball, headlined by a special in-game campaign celebrating the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.
This collaboration marks a major step forward for the free-to-play eFootball, bringing new licenses, tournaments, and African star players to the virtual pitch for fans on Xbox and other platforms to enjoy.
A Continent of Footballing Passion
Football in Africa has seen explosive growth in popularity in recent years, with national and club teams gathering immense support. CAF, the governing body for 56 member countries and regions, organises some of the most exciting tournaments in the world, including the prestigious Africa Cup of Nations. You know, THAT AFCON which is fast approaching over the horizon.
Recognising this, Konami has moved to secure this new licensing agreement, ensuring that eFootball reflects the global nature of the sport. The partnership aims to deliver the unique atmosphere and intensity of African football to a global audience, offering a fresh experience for players.
The Africa Cup of Nations 25 Campaign
To commemorate this new alliance, Konami has confirmed that a special AFRICA CUP OF NATIONS 25 Campaign will be held within eFootball. This in-game event will allow players to experience the excitement of the actual tournament firsthand.
You can expect to see:
- African Star Players: New, high-profile players from the continent will be appearing in the game.
- Tournament Events: Special events mirroring the real-world competition will challenge players to lead their favourite African nations to glory.
Voices from the Pitch
Both organisations have expressed their excitement about what this partnership means for the future of football gaming.
Koji Kobayashi, Senior Executive Officer, Konami Digital Entertainment commented: “We are delighted to announce the establishment of a partnership with the Confederation of African Football (CAF). This partnership brings new possibilities to the gaming experience, and we are truly excited to deliver the passion of the African region-home to some of the world’s most powerful footballing nations – to fans around the globe through eFootball™, and this partnership opens up exciting new possibilities for the gaming experience. Through this initiative, we look forward to adding new African star players and tournament licenses such as TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, further enhancing the realism and excitement of eFootball™.”
Véron Mosengo-Omba, General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) adds: “The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 will be one of the most exciting and widely followed editions of our flagship competition. Our partnership with KONAMI reflects CAF’s commitment to innovation, global fan engagement, and creating new opportunities for African youth in both football and digital spaces.”
The stage is set for a colourful and passionate celebration of African football. With the promise of new licenses and a dedicated tournament campaign, eFootball is continuing its mission to evolve and expand its authentic football world. Keep an eye out for the kickoff of the Africa Cup of Nations campaign soon.
And if you don’t yet have a copy of eFootball in your digital library, make sure you sort that pronto. You’ll find the game on Xbox via the Xbox Store, as well as on the likes of PlayStation. There are a whole variety of differing versions if you need them too.
