Confederation Urges Fans to Buy Tickets Officially as Attendance Issues Persist in Morocco.

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has moved quickly to quash circulating rumors suggesting that free entry has been authorized for fans at the ongoing AFCON 2025 in Morocco due to disappointing attendance figures.

In an official statement released on December 27, 2025, CAF declared: “Reports of free entry are completely false. Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets through official channels to attend the matches.”

The rumors gained traction amid widespread images and reports of sparsely filled stadiums during several group stage matches, with significant empty seats visible even in high-profile games.

Notably, strong crowds have only materialized when the host nation Morocco (the Atlas Lions) is playing, leaving other fixtures with noticeably low turnout across various venues.

This attendance challenge has sparked discussions about ticket distribution, pricing, and logistical issues, but CAF insists that all fans must continue to secure entry via legitimate means to support the tournament properly.

As the group stage intensifies, organizers will hope for improved crowds in the knockout rounds. For now, the message is clear: if you want to witness the action live, buy your tickets officially.