AFCON 2025: Complete Lineup Of Teams Advancing To Round Of 16

According to reports, the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has confirmed the 16 teams advancing to the knockout stage following an intense group phase characterized by penalties, VAR decisions, and late dramatic moments across Morocco.

The tournament, featuring 24 nations divided into six groups of four, saw the top two teams from each group, along with the four best third-placed sides, qualify for the round of 16, which is set to begin on January 3.

Traditional African football powerhouses made their mark, with Morocco, Egypt, and Nigeria finishing atop their groups to secure early passage into the next round. Meanwhile, Tanzania achieved a historic milestone, reaching the AFCON knockout stage for the first time after a 1-1 draw with Tunisia, a result that ensured both teams progressed.

With the group stage concluded, the focus now shifts to the elimination rounds, where competition intensifies and any error could prove costly.

Teams Qualified for AFCON 2025 Round of 16

• Group A: Morocco, Mali

• Group B: Egypt, South Africa

• Group C: Nigeria, Tunisia, Tanzania

• Group D: Senegal, Congo, Benin

• Group E: Algeria, Burkina Faso, Sudan

• Group F: Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Mozambique

Provisional Round of 16 Fixtures

• January 3: Senegal vs Runner-up Group E

• January 3: Mali vs Tunisia

• January 4: Morocco vs Tanzania

• January 4: South Africa vs Runner-up Group F

• January 5: Egypt vs Benin

• January 5: Nigeria vs Third-placed team from Group F

• January 6: Algeria vs DR Congo

• January 6: Winner Group F vs Runner-up Group E