FULL LIST: Alcohol, animals, other items prohibited inside AFCON 2025 stadiums

As anticipation builds for the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, set to kick off on December 21 in Morocco, the Confederation of African Football has released a list of items prohibited across all tournament stadiums.

According to the guidelines cited on CAF’s website on Monday, the rules are aimed at ensuring fan safety throughout the competition.

Fans attending AFCON 2025 matches in Morocco will be subjected to security screening.

They are advised not to bring prohibited items into stadiums to ensure safety, order and a smooth match-day experience.

Below is the list of items fans are advised to leave at home before entering AFCON stadiums:

• Alcoholic beverages
• Illegal substances and drugs
• Weapons and sharp objects
• Fireworks and pyrotechnics
• Glass bottles or containers
• Flammable materials
• Racist, violent or discriminatory banners
• Unauthorised political, religious or commercial signs
• Drones and animals
• Large umbrellas and oversized hats
• Professional cameras and recording equipment
• Musical instruments and loud horns
• Radio-emitting devices (except mobile phones)
• Heavy or large bags

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