Month: January 2024

Introduction The stage is set at Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium where Cape Verde will log head with Mauritania in the AFCON 2023 round of 16. Cape Verde qualified as leader in group B ahead of Egypt, the most successful team in the tournament.  Mauritania likewise made the round as the best third-placed team from Group C. […]

Introduction Lovers of African football anticipate the Guinea derby in round of 16 for the first time in the history of the AFCON tournament. Equatorial Guinea will face off with Guinea at Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan on Sunday.  Equatorial Guinea has been the surprise of the tournament, qualifying from group A as the leader […]

Introduction A thrilling clash awaits at Felix Houphouet-Boigny Stadium as old foes Nigeria and Cameroon battle it out in the round of 16 of the 2023 AFCONS. The Super Eagles qualified as Group C runners-up, with Equatorial Guinea clinching the top spot on goal difference. Cameroon  also made the bow with their late dramatic victory […]

Introduction A thrilling showcase of African football is upon us at Laurent Pokou Stadium in the pivotal group stage finale between Zambia and Morocco. Morocco is determined to clinch the top spot in Group F, deploying all their prowess, while Zambia also aims to secure passage to the tournament’s next round.  Expect an electrifying clash […]

Introduction Match day 3 will be underway on Thursday night as Tanzania face DR Congo at Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium. Both fixtures in group F ended in stalemates over the weekend as Tanzania drew 1-1 with Zambia and DR Congo also recorded the same result.  These results introduced an interesting twist in the fate of […]

Introduction Matchday 3 in group E will feature a faceoff between South Africa and Tunisia at Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium. South Africa sits second on the log with three points, one point adrift of Mali at the top, while Tunisia finds themselves at the bottom with one point.  Fortunately, all teams in the group have […]

Introduction Namibia is gearing up for their matchday 3 encounter with Mali after amassing three points so far in the AFCON. Namibia’s hope of progression suffered a huge blow on Sunday after losing by 4-0 to South Africa. They have never qualified for any AFCON knockouts in their history. On the other hand, Mali edged […]

Introduction In their pursuit of a first AFCON finals triumph, Mauritania takes on Algeria in the Group D finale on Tuesday evening. Algeria faces elimination if they lose, adding to their woes recently in AFCON competitions. A victory for Mauritania offers a chance to progress as the best third-placed team, despite losing their first two […]

Introduction Charles Konan Banny Stadium will host the thrilling top two clash between Angola and Burkina Faso on Tuesday. Both teams have equal points and goal difference, but Angola marginally leads group D with the number of goals scored.  They need a point against Burkina Faso to ensure their advancement in the tournament. Angola will […]

Introduction It will be a top two clash when Guinea face Senegal in Charles Konan Banny Stadium, Yamoussoukro. Senegal lead the group after winning all fixtures so far while Guinea followed closely with four points.  All is sealed for Senegal to reach the knockout stage but a win will guarantee them to lead the group. […]