High-Stakes Battles in Groups E and F as Title Contenders Fight for Round of 16 Spots.

AFCON 2025

The TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations 2025 heats up on Sunday, December 28, with pivotal Matchday 2 fixtures in Groups E and F, where powerhouses Algeria, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, and Burkina Faso are involved in high-pressure encounters that could shape their paths to the knockout stage.

After opening-round victories, these teams sit on three points each, making today’s results critical for topping their groups and securing early progression in the tournament hosted by Morocco (December 21, 2025 – January 18, 2026).

Group E: Algeria vs Burkina Faso – Top-of-the-Table Clash (18:30, Rabat)

Algeria kicked off with a convincing 3-0 win over Sudan, powered by a Riyad Mahrez brace. Meanwhile, Burkina Faso staged a dramatic late comeback, scoring twice in stoppage time (Ousseni Minoungou and Edmond Tapsoba) to edge Equatorial Guinea 2-1.

This direct showdown between the two group leaders promises fireworks. A win would put either side in prime position to advance, while a draw keeps both in strong contention ahead of the final matches.

Also in Group E: Equatorial Guinea vs Sudan (16:00, Casablanca) both teams on zero points and desperate for a victory to stay alive.

Group F: Côte d’Ivoire vs Cameroon – Blockbuster of the Day (20:00, Marrakech)

Defending champions Côte d’Ivoire began their title defense with a narrow 1-0 victory over Mozambique, courtesy of Amad Diallo‘s goal. Cameroon, five-time AFCON winners, also secured a 1-0 win against Gabon thanks to an early strike from Etta Eyong.

This clash pits two African giants against each other in what could decide the group winner. The Indomitable Lions and Elephants are expected to deliver an intense battle, with implications for avoiding tougher knockout paths.

Earlier in Group F: Gabon vs Mozambique (13:30, Agadir) a must-win for both sides trailing on zero points.

With Nigeria already booking their Round of 16 spot after a thrilling 3-2 win over Tunisia on Saturday, the pressure is on these contenders to match that momentum. Expect goals, drama, and defining moments in Morocco today.

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