Follow the live updates of the Africa Cup of Nations Round-of-16 match between Morocco and South Africa.
This is the last match in the Round of 16, with seven teams having cemented their place in the quarters already. Nigeria will face Angola having beaten Cameroon and Namibia respectively, while DR Congo will play Guinea having knocked out Egypt and Equatorial Guinea.
The host nation Ivory Coast beat Senegal and will play Mali in the quarters, after they beat Burkina Faso 2-1 in the earlier game today. And Cape Verde’s last-gasp win over Mauritania means they await the winners of this match to complete the set.
In what promises to be an exciting clash, Nigeria will take on Angola in the Round of 16. Nigeria has shown great form in their previous matches, defeating both Cameroon and Namibia. Their confidence will be sky-high as they aim to secure a spot in the quarterfinals.
On the other hand, Angola will be looking to cause an upset. They have also had impressive victories over Egypt and Equatorial Guinea, proving that they are a force to be reckoned with. This match is sure to be a thrilling encounter between two talented teams.
Meanwhile, DR Congo will face Guinea in another highly anticipated match. DR Congo has already made a statement by eliminating strong contenders Egypt and Equatorial Guinea. They will be eager to continue their winning streak and advance to the next round.
Guinea, however, will not go down without a fight. They have shown resilience and determination throughout the tournament, and their victory over Egypt is a testament to their capabilities. This clash between DR Congo and Guinea is set to be a battle of skill and determination.
In the previous matches, the host nation Ivory Coast emerged victorious against Senegal. Their impressive performance has earned them a spot in the quarterfinals, where they will face Mali. Mali secured their place in the next round by defeating Burkina Faso 2-1 in a thrilling encounter earlier today.
Lastly, Cape Verde’s last-gasp win over Mauritania has set them up to face the winners of the Nigeria vs Angola match. Cape Verde has shown great resilience and determination, and they will be eagerly awaiting the outcome of this match to complete the quarterfinal lineup.
As the Round of 16 comes to a close, the anticipation for the quarterfinals is at an all-time high. With teams like Nigeria, Angola, DR Congo, Guinea, Ivory Coast, Mali, and Cape Verde already securing their spots, the stage is set for some exhilarating football action.