As AFCON 2025 enters the knockout rounds, the race for the Golden Boot is heating up, with several standout performers pushing their nations forward in Morocco.
Brahim Díaz currently leads the scoring charts with four goals in four matches, continuing to shine for the host nation. His Round‑of‑16 winner against Tanzania not only sent Morocco through but also strengthened his claim as the tournament’s most decisive attacker.
Just behind him is Lassine Sinayoko of Mali, who has netted three goals in four games. His timely finishing has been crucial to Mali’s progress and has kept them competitive in tight matches.
Morocco feature again among the top scorers through Ayoub El Kaabi, also on three goals, whose physical presence and penalty‑area instincts have paired perfectly with Díaz’s creativity.
Riyad Mahrez remains Algeria’s main threat, scoring three goals in just two appearances. Despite limited minutes, his impact has been immediate and clinical.
A large group of players sit on two goals, including Cameroon’s Christian Kofane, Senegal’s Pape Gueye, Egypt’s Mohamed Salah, Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman, and South Africa’s Lyle Foster and Oswin Appollis — all still capable of climbing the rankings as the tournament progresses.
With the competition tightening and knockout football demanding precision, every goal now carries added weight. As history shows, the Golden Boot often goes to a player whose team reaches the final stages — and with several contenders still alive, the race remains wide open.
