AFCON Round of 16: Saturday 3 January match schedule and kick-off times

The decisive stages of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) are officially underway, as the Round of 16 kicks off today, marking the start of the tournament’s knockout phase.

The group stage of AFCON 2025, hosted by Morocco, has come to an end after days of action-packed competition, with 16 teams qualifying out of 24 to advance to the Round of 16.

From Group A, hosts Morocco and Mali secured their places, while Egypt and South Africa progressed from Group B. Nigeria, Tunisia, and Tanzania advanced from Group C, with Senegal, DR Congo, and Benin qualifying from Group D.
Algeria, Burkina Faso, and Sudan booked their spots from Group E, while Ivory Coast, Cameroon, and Mozambique completed the list of qualified teams from Group F.

With the tournament now entering its do-or-die phase, tension is rising, excitement is growing, and there is no room for error. Victory means progression, while defeat signals the end of the AFCON journey.

Today’s AFCON Matches – Round of 16 – Saturday, January 3

• Senegal vs Sudan – 4:00 PM (GMT)

• Mali vs Tunisia – 7:00 PM (GMT)

As the knockout battles begin, Africa’s biggest football festival promises more action and immortal moments on the road to continental glory.

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