This is the sporting event of the moment! The CAN 2025 (African Cup of Nations, the equivalent of the Europa League for Africa, FYI) has been electrifying football fans since December 21 and will culminate with a highly anticipated final on January 18, 2026. Fans are eagerly awaiting this showdown! As the host nation, Morocco, faces high expectations and hopes to reach the final, predictions are in full swing about who will lift the trophy.
In France, the tournament captures a great deal of attention... to the extent that the Africa Cup of Nations regularly makes headlines in the sports world, both on TV and across social media. It also sparks conversations in everyday life. The performances of the national teams and the players competing in French clubs fuel these discussions, while the numerous African communities across France help create an electric atmosphere around the event.
And it’s not the bars and restaurants that will disagree, since many are broadcasting the AFCON 2025 in Paris and Île-de-France, welcoming fans eager to watch the matches live and soak up the lively atmosphere. If you're looking for a spot to catch the latest games or the upcoming final, our team has curated a list of venues showing the event. Ready to celebrate football?
La Communale: the festive gourmet spot in Saint-Ouen, the largest food court in the Paris region
An extraordinary spot has arrived in Saint-Ouen! La Communale is a huge festive and gourmet hall dedicated to gastronomy and culture, the largest food court in the region, to be discovered without delay! [Read more]
The 211: the indulging and musical spot at Paris Parc de la Villette
Calling all foodies and music fans! The very verdant Parc de la Villette, set in Paris 19th arrondissement, houses a new committed and sustainable spot where music is given pride of place. Its name? The 211! [Read more]
Choukran, couscous and Moroccan sandwiches by Abdel Alaoui
Abdel Alaoui opens the Choukran restaurant in the 9th arrondissement. On the menu: couscous, chakchouka and Moroccan sandwiches. [Read more]
And if you're feeling adventurous, you could always give it a try:
Bars, pubs, and restaurants where you can watch sports events and matches in Paris: our top picks
Soccer, rugby, horse racing, Grand Prix... Discover the bars, pubs, and restaurants in Paris where you can watch your favorite sports live, surrounded by other fans. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026
Bars, pubs, and restaurants where you can watch sports events and matches in Paris: our top picks
