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AFCON Knockouts: Hosts Ivory Coast Face Burkina Faso
6 Jan
Summary
- Ivory Coast, the reigning AFCON champions, qualified as Group F winners.
- Burkina Faso advanced to the knockouts as runners-up in Group E.
- The match is the final tie of the AFCON 2025 last-16 stage.

Reigning AFCON champions Ivory Coast are set to host Burkina Faso in the final match of the last-16 stage of the 2025 tournament. The Elephants earned their place in the knockout rounds by topping Group F, advancing on goal difference. Their opponents, Burkina Faso, secured their passage after finishing as the runners-up in Group E, setting the stage for a highly anticipated clash.
This pivotal fixture represents the seventh and final tie in the round of 16. The winner will secure a coveted spot in the quarter-finals, continuing their pursuit of the continental title. The match promises significant excitement as both nations aim to prove their mettle.
Meanwhile, another last-16 encounter sees Algeria taking on DR Congo in Rabat, with live coverage available. The conclusion of these matches will define the path forward for the remaining teams in the AFCON 2025 competition.




