Senegal 1-1 Congo
Sudan 4-0 Nigeria
As the group stage of the continental championship approaches its climax, the picture is becoming clearer — and for some, more painful. Tanzania have already booked their spot in the quarter-finals, while Nigeria once seen as a tournament favorite, are officially out after two disappointing defeats.
With just one or two matches left for most teams, the battle for the remaining quarter-final slots is heating up across all four groups.
Group A: Kenya Close, DR Congo & Morocco in Pursuit
Kenya sit on top with 7 points and are just one result away from sealing a spot in the last eight. They face bottom-side Zambia next, needing only a draw. Angola (4 pts) face DR Congo (3 pts) in a crucial match that could decide who joins Kenya. Morocco (3 pts) also remain in contention and face DR Congo in their final group game — a potential knockout decider.
Still in the race: Kenya, Angola, DR Congo, Morocco
All but out: Zambia
Group B: Tanzania Through, Second Spot Wide Open
Tanzania have been flawless, winning all three matches and conceding just once. They’ll top the group regardless of their final result. The real drama lies beneath them, where Mauritania (4 pts) and Burkina Faso (3 pts) clash tonight. Madagascar and the Central African Republic need wins and outside help to have a shot.
Qualified: Tanzania
Still in the race: Mauritania, Burkina Faso, Madagascar
Hanging by a thread: Central African Republic
Group C: Uganda Lead, Final-Day Drama Looms
Uganda top the group with 6 points but still have to face South Africa (4 pts) in a vital final match. Algeria (4 pts) can also qualify if they avoid slip-ups against Guinea and Niger. Guinea (3 pts) need a win to stay alive, while Niger are out.
Still in the race: Uganda, South Africa, Algeria, Guinea
Out: Niger
Group D: Nigeria Out, Sudan and Senegal in Control
In the tournament’s biggest shock so far, Nigeria have been eliminated, failing to score and conceding five in two games. Sudan and Senegal (4 pts each) are in prime position to qualify, with Congo (2 pts) needing a win and favorable results to sneak through. Their final day clash could determine both qualifiers.
Qualified: None
Still in the race: Sudan, Senegal, Congo
Eliminated: Nigeria
The Road AheadWith just a few games left, every pass, shot, and save counts. While Tanzania rest easy, the rest are locked in a high-stakes fight for survival.
