A total of 16 out of the 24 teams vying for
glory in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2023), have successfully punched their tickets to the Round of 16. Notably, host nation Côte d’Ivoire kept fans on edge until the final group stage matches, securing their spot with just 3 points in Group A.
The Round of 16 promises an explosive start on Saturday, January 27, 2024, featuring two riveting matchups: Angola vs Namibia and Nigeria vs Cameroon. A particular highlight among the upcoming clashes is the highly anticipated showdown between the reigning champions, Senegal, and the host country, Côte d’Ivoire. This epic battle will unfold at the Charles Konan Banny Stadium in Yamoussoukro, where fervent supporters are expected to rally behind both the Elephants and the Lions of Teranga.
The final showdown in this Round of 16 will feature Morocco and South Africa. The Lions of Atlas, considered strong contenders in the competition after making it to the later stages of the previous World Cup, currently hold the top spot in Africa according to the latest FIFA Rankings. Will Bafana Bafana defy the odds and challenge Morocco’s supremacy? Find out this Tuesday in a clash that promises to be nothing short of thrilling!
Match Schedule for Round of 16:
Saturday, January 27:
– 17:00 – Angola vs Namibia
– 20:00 – Nigeria vs Cameroon
Sunday, January 28:
– 17:00 – Equatorial Guinea vs Guinea
– 20:00 – Egypt vs DRC
Monday, January 29:
– 17:00 – Cape Verde vs Mauritania
– 20:00 – Senegal vs Ivory Coast
Tuesday, January 30:
– 17:00 – Mali vs Burkina
– 20:00 – Morocco vs South Africa
As a reminder, the quarter-finals are scheduled for February 2nd and 3rd. The football frenzy continues with the semi-finals on February 7th, culminating in the highly anticipated Grand Final on February 11th, 2024.
