The Super Eagles of Nigeria have confirmed their place in the Round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, following an impressive performance in the group stage. Finishing at the top of Group C, Nigeria secured victories over Tanzania, Tunisia, and Uganda, showcasing their strength and determination ahead of the knockout phase.
Nigeria will now face the Mambas of Mozambique in their Round of 16 clash on Monday, January 5, 2026, at Fez Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 8:00 PM Nigerian time. This match will determine who advances to the quarter-finals, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
The Round of 16 for AFCON 2025 takes place from January 3 to January 6, 2026, across multiple Moroccan cities, setting the stage for an exciting knockout phase. These fixtures will decide which teams move on to the quarter-finals, scheduled for January 9–10.
Hosts Morocco will kick off the Round of 16 action on Sunday at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdellah in Rabat, taking on Tanzania. Morocco will look to claim their first continental title in 50 years, with the home crowd expected to provide a lively atmosphere. Morocco topped Group A, while Tanzania qualified as one of the four best third-placed sides, adding intrigue to the matchup.
Later that day, South Africa and Cameroon will face off at Al Medina Stadium, also in Rabat. This fixture pits coach Hugo Broos against the side he led to the title in 2017, promising a tactical and emotional battle.
The knockout phase begins on Saturday with Senegal, winners in 2021, taking on Sudan at the Grand Stade de Tangier, opening the action-packed Round of 16. Later that evening, Mali meet Tunisia at Stade Mohammed V in Casablanca. Mali will aim for their maiden continental crown, while Tunisia looks to recreate the success of their 2004 triumph.
With the group stage behind them, teams are now preparing for high-stakes clashes where every goal counts, and every moment could define their AFCON journey. Fans across Africa and beyond will be watching closely as the continent’s best battle it out for glory.
