South Africa survived a tense drama to beat Zimbabwe 3–2 and qualify for the AFCON 2025 knockout stage, while Angola dominated but failed to score in a hard-fought 0–0 draw against Egypt
Morocco sealed top spot in Group A at AFCON 2025 with a dominant 3–0 win over Zambia, while Mali advanced to the Round of 16 after a goalless draw with Comoros despite a late red card drama
Ivory Coast and Cameroon played out a thrilling 1-1 draw in their AFCON 2025 Group F clash in Marrakesh, with Amad Diallo and Junior Tchamadeu on target as both sides remained level at the top of the group
Algeria sealed qualification to the AFCON 2025 Round of 16 after a 1–0 victory over Burkina Faso, thanks to Riyad Mahrez’s penalty and crucial late saves from goalkeeper Luca Zidane
Sudan revived their AFCON 2025 hopes with a determined 1–0 victory over Equatorial Guinea in Casablanca, moving back into contention for a place in the knockout stages after a disciplined defensive performance
Mozambique ended nearly 40 years without an AFCON win after a thrilling 3–2 victory over Gabon at the Stade Adrar, with standout performances from Bangal, Catamo, and Calila
Nigeria's Super Eagles secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Tunisia at AFCON 2025 in Morocco, surviving a late comeback to book their place in the Round of 16, with goals from Osimhen, Ndidi and Lookman
