Four blockbuster ties are set to decide the semi-finalists as the Africa Cup of Nations enters its most decisive phase.
The Africa Cup of Nations has reached the quarter-final stage, with some of the continent’s biggest football nations lining up for high-stakes clashes across two match days.
The action begins on January 9, when Mali face Senegal in an early kickoff, a fixture that promises intensity and tactical discipline between two well-balanced sides.
Later that evening, Cameroon take on Morocco, renewing a fierce rivalry between former champions and recent World Cup history-makers.
On January 10, attention shifts to Algeria versus Nigeria, a heavyweight encounter that pits continental giants against each other, with both sides eyeing a return to AFCON glory.
The final quarter-final sees Egypt battle Ivory Coast, as the most successful nation in AFCON history meets one of the tournament’s hosts and fan favorites.
With the margin for error now razor-thin, these matches are expected to deliver drama, goals, and defining moments as teams push for a place in the semi-finals and keep their title dreams alive.
Match Schedule (Quarter-Finals)
January 9: Mali vs Senegal
January 9: Cameroon vs Morocco
January 10: Algeria vs Nigeria
January 10: Egypt vs Ivory Coast
