The quarter-final line-up for the CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 is now largely confirmed following Algeria’s extra-time victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo on Tuesday.
Algeria edged DR Congo 1–0 in Rabat, with substitute Anis Boulbina scoring the decisive goal in the 119th minute to secure their place in the last eight. The win sets up a quarter-final clash against Nigeria, who had booked their spot a night earlier with a convincing 4–0 triumph over Mozambique. Victor Osimhen scored twice in that game to lead the Super Eagles through.
Other teams advancing to the quarter-finals include Senegal, Mali, hosts Morocco, Cameroon, Egypt, and Côte d’Ivoire, who defeated Burkina Faso 3–0 with goals from Amad Diallo (20′), Yan Diomande (32′), and substitute Bazoumana Touré (87′).
Quarter-Final Fixtures
Friday, 9 January
Mali vs Senegal – Grand Stade de Tanger, Tangier, 5pm WAT
Cameroon vs Morocco – Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Rabat, 9pm WAT
Saturday, 10 January
Nigeria vs Algeria – Stade de Marrakech, Ouahat Sidi Brahim, 5pm WAT
Egypt vs Côte d’Ivoire – Stade Adrar, Agadir, 8pm WAT
