The knockout phase of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations officially commences today in Morocco, marking a high-stakes shift in the tournament where there is no longer any room for error. Following an intense group stage, 16 teams remain to battle across eight winner-takes-all fixtures in a quest for continental glory.
Excitement is building in West Africa as Nigeria’s Super Eagles prepare for their high-profile clash against Mozambique’s Mambas. The Round of 16 encounter is scheduled for Monday, January 5, at the Stadium of Fès. Nigerian supporters are expected to tune in for the 8:00 p.m. (WAT) kickoff, as the three-time champions look to secure their place in the quarter-finals.
With the “win or go home” format now in effect, the pressure on the remaining squads is at an all-time high. Every tactical decision and every goal counts toward the ultimate goal of lifting the trophy 
