AFCON 2025 Round of 16 line-up confirmed

The line-up for the round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has been confirmed, with 16 teams booking their places in the knockout stage after the conclusion of the group phase.Hosts Morocco headline the qualifiers after finishing top of their group, joined by fellow North African sides Algeria, Egypt, and Tunisia. West Africa is strongly represented, with Nigeria, Senegal, Mali, Burkina Faso, Benin, and Cte dIvoire all advancing.Central Africa also features prominently, as Cameroon and DR Congo secured progression, while Mozambique continue their impressive run by reaching the last 16. From East Africa, Tanzania have made it through, while Sudans qualification marks a notable achievement following a series of disciplined performances in the group stage.South Africa complete the list after navigating a competitive group to seal their place in the knockout rounds.The round of 16 promises a series of high-stakes encounters, with traditional heavyweights set to face emerging contenders. With the tournament now entering its decisive phase, attention shifts to the knockout matches, where one defeat will bring an end to AFCON dreams. Read Full Story