The round of 16 fixtures for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) have been officially announced. Following the conclusion of the third matchday, the matchups promise thrilling encounters between some of Africa’s best teams.
2025 CAN Round of 16 Matchups
This year’s tournament has produced intense competition, culminating in the following fixtures:
- Sénégal vs. Soudan – Saturday, January 3, 17:00
- Mali vs. Tunisie – Saturday, January 3, 20:00
- Maroc vs. Tanzanie – Sunday, January 4, 17:00
- Afrique du Sud vs. Cameroun – Sunday, January 4, 20:00
- Égypte vs. Bénin – Monday, January 5, 17:00
- Nigéria vs. Mozambique – Monday, January 5, 20:00
- Algérie vs. RD Congo – Tuesday, January 6, 17:00
- Côte d’Ivoire vs. Burkina Faso – Tuesday, January 6, 20:00
Key Matches to Watch
Several matches are expected to draw significant attention. The host nation, Morocco, will face Tanzania, while the defending champions, Côte d’Ivoire, are set to meet Burkina Faso.
In a high-stakes battle, Algeria will clash with the Democratic Republic of Congo. Additionally, Nigeria’s matchup against Mozambique promises to be another exciting encounter given Nigeria’s status as a tournament favorite.
This edition of CAN is shaping up to be a memorable event, with fans eagerly awaiting the knockout phase. Each match will play a vital role in determining which teams advance further in the tournament.
