AFCON 2025: Barcelona and Real Madrid Stars Mbappé, Koundé, and Tchouaméni Spotted at Ivory Coast vs Cameroon Clash
The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 continues to attract worldwide attention, with top European football stars spotted supporting the tournament in Morocco. Barcelona defender Jules Koundé and Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé, alongside midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni, were seen in the stands during the highly anticipated Ivory Coast vs Cameroon Group F match.
Photos and videos of the trio at the stadium quickly went viral on social media, capturing the interest of football fans across Africa and beyond. Their presence added extra excitement to AFCON 2025, reinforcing the tournament’s status as one of the most celebrated competitions in world football.
The match held personal significance for the players. Mbappé and Tchouaméni both have Cameroonian heritage, while Koundé’s family roots trace back to Benin, making their appearance at the fixture even more meaningful. The stars are currently enjoying a brief winter break before returning to their club duties in Europe.
On the pitch, defending champions Ivory Coast were held to a 1–1 draw by a disciplined Cameroon side in a fiercely contested encounter played in Marrakech. Both teams showed quality and resilience in a match that lived up to expectations.