Summary
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 has moved into the knockout stage, starting with the round of 16 matches. Top teams like Senegal and Morocco are set to play against lower-ranked teams, while Mali goes up against Tunisia, and South Africa faces Cameroon.
Key Facts
- The AFCON round of 16 begins on January 3, 2025.
- Senegal will play against Sudan on January 3 in Tangier.
- Mali will face Tunisia on January 3 in Casablanca.
- Hosts Morocco will meet Tanzania on January 4 in Rabat.
- South Africa will play against Cameroon on January 4 in Rabat.
- Sudan's qualification to the last 16 is significant due to ongoing conflict in the country.
- Morocco is ranked 11th in the world and aims for their second AFCON title.
- Achraf Hakimi returns for Morocco after an ankle injury.
