AFCON 2025 quarter-final matches
Africa Cup of Nations 2025 in Morocco
AFCON 2025 — Quarter-Finalists Confirmed
The knockout phase of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has taken shape with the eight teams that advanced to the quarter-finals after last-16 action: Senegal, Mali, Morocco, Cameroon, Nigeria, Algeria, Egypt and Ivory Coast
Round of 16 Highlights
Senegal became one of the early quarter-finalists with a solid comeback win, extending their unbeaten streak in the tournament.
Despite playing with 10 men early, Mali showed grit to draw with Tunisia and then win the shootout to book their last-eight spot.
Tournament hosts Morocco progressed courtesy of a second-half winner from Brahim Díaz in front of a passionate home crowd.
Cameroon overcame South Africa in a tight contest to join the quarter-final lineup.
Nigeria delivered a dominant performance, with Ademola Lookman and Victor Osimhen starring as the Super Eagles blew away Mozambique
Algeria booked their quarter-final place with a dramatic extra-time winner by Adil Boulbina, setting up a clash with Nigeria.
Egypt survived a fierce test against Benin, ultimately prevailing in extra time with Mohamed Salah scoring late to seal their passage to the quarter-finals.
Reigning champions Ivory Coast struck convincingly to make the last eight and keep their title defence alive.
Quarter-Final Line-Up & Key Matchups
Here are the confirmed quarter-final ties, scheduled over the weekend of January 10–11, 2026:
Quarter-Final Fixtures
A highly anticipated West vs North African tie Nigeria’s attacking might against Algeria’s disciplined defence.
Teranga Lions take on resilient Mali in what promises to be a compelling clash in Tangier.
Hosts Morocco face five-time African champions Cameroon in a truly heavyweight quarter-final.
A classic continental duel: Egypt’s flair against the reigning champions Ivory Coast in Agadir.
Nigeria vs Algeria could be a high-scoring affair with two of Africa’s most exciting offenses clashing.
Senegal vs Mali offers drama and tactical depth, especially with Senegal’s pace and Mali’s resilience.
Morocco vs Cameroon pits host nation passion against Cameroon’s continental pedigree.
Egypt vs Ivory Coast sees Salah’s Egypt challenge the reigning champs for a semifinal spot.
