The African Cup of Nations entered an exciting phase as the group stage matches concluded on Wednesday, witnessing unexpected outcomes with underdogs advancing and favored teams facing early exits. The host nation, Cote d’Ivoire, secured the fourth third-place spot after Morocco’s 1-0 victory over Zambia maintained their lead in Group F with seven points.
Among the Northern African teams, only former Champions Algeria managed to progress with a modest two points in the tournament. Tunisia faced disappointment as they couldn’t advance, leading to the departure of their coach from the Carthage Eagles. Notably, Namibia and Mauritania emerged as the most surprising teams to reach the Round of 16.
Here is the full list of Round of 16 fixtures, including their venues and kick-off times:
Saturday:
- In Bouake: Angola vs Namibia (6:00 pm)
- In Abidjan: Nigeria vs Cameroon (9:00 pm)
Sunday:
- In Abidjan: Equatorial Guinea vs Guinea (6:00 pm)
- In San Pedro: Egypt vs Democratic Republic of Congo (8:00 pm)
Monday:
- In Abidjan: Cape Verde vs Mauritania (6:00 pm)
- In Yamoussoukro: Senegal vs Ivory Coast (8:00 pm)
Tuesday:
- In Korhogo: Mali vs Burkina Faso (6:00 pm)
- In San Pedro: Morocco vs South Africa (8:00 pm)
Football enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating these exciting matchups as the tournament intensifies, showcasing the resilience of teams and the unpredictable nature of African football. The Round of 16 promises thrilling encounters that will determine which nations advance further in the quest for the coveted Africa Cup of Nations title.
