The Leaders: A Three-Way Tie
Following Monday’s results, three players now share the lead with 3 goals each:
• Ayoub El Kaabi (Morocco): The Olympiakos striker vaulted to the top after netting a spectacular brace, including an overhead kick, in Morocco’s 3-0 victory over Zambia on Monday.
• Brahim Díaz (Morocco): Real Madrid's star man has been model-consistent, scoring in all three of Morocco's group games to take his tally to three.
• Riyad Mahrez (Algeria): The veteran captain remains a frontrunner after his clinical finishing helped Algeria secure early qualification for the Round of 16.
The Chasing Pack: Lookman in the Mix
Closely following the leaders is a formidable group of attackers with 2 goals apiece. Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman continues to be a standout performer for the Super Eagles, having scored in back-to-back games against Tanzania and Tunisia.
Other top contenders on 2 goals include:
• Mohamed Salah (Egypt)
• Nicolas Jackson (Senegal)
• Amad Diallo (Ivory Coast)
• Lyle Foster (South Africa)
• Elias Achouri (Tunisia)
• Lassine Sinayoko (Mali)
• Oswin Appollis (South Africa)
Tournament Trends
With 53 goals scored in the first 24 matches, AFCON 2025 is proving to be a highly offensive tournament, averaging 2.21 goals per game. Nigeria currently leads all nations in attacking metrics, recording the highest number of shots on target so far.
As the final group-stage fixtures conclude this week, all eyes will be on whether the current leaders can extend their advantage or if a new dark horse will emerge in the race for Africa’s ultimate individual scoring honor.