The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Round of 16 witnessed the exit of two national teams, Sudan and Tunisia, from the competition hosted in Morocco. According to LMSINT MEDIA, both countries failed to secure a spot in the quarter-finals following their respective matches on Saturday. Sudan’s campaign came to an end after a 3-1 defeat against the tournament favorites, Senegal. Despite their efforts on the pitch, Sudan could not overcome Senegal’s dominant performance, leaving their journey at the Round of 16 stage. Tunisia also saw their hopes dashed in a tense encounter against Mali. The match ended in a 1-1 draw after the full 120 minutes, leading to a nerve-wracking penalty shoot-out. Mali emerged victorious, winning 3-2 on penalties, thereby eliminating Tunisia from the competition and advancing to the quarter-finals. As the tournament continues, more exciting Round of 16 fixtures are set to take place today, Sunday. The host nation, Morocco, is scheduled to face Tanzania, aiming to secure a place in the last eight. Later tonight, Cameroon will take on South Africa in another high-stakes Round of 16 clash. With the tournament intensifying, football fans across Africa are eagerly anticipating the upcoming matches that will determine which teams advance to the quarter-finals. For detailed coverage of all AFCON 2025 matches, including live scores, fixtures, and analysis, visit LMSINT MEDIA’s AFCON section. Contact Information ? Email: [email protected] Stay Updated Stay informed and ahead of the curve.Follow LMSINT MEDIA on WhatsApp to receive real-time updates, breaking news, and exclusive content. Never miss an important headline—join today.
France national team manager, Didier Deschamps, has excluded Nigeria’s Super Eagles from his list of top contenders to lift the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy. The experienced French tactician, who currently oversees the France national side, identified three African nations he believes stand out as strong favourites for the ongoing continental competition. According to Deschamps, Morocco, Egypt, and Cameroon possess the squad depth and player quality capable of delivering the title. Despite the Super Eagles’ history and reputation in African football, Deschamps did not include Nigeria among his preferred teams. His assessment focused largely on the calibre of players and overall balance within the selected squads. As the tournament progresses into the Round of 16 stage, the identified teams are preparing for crucial knockout fixtures. Cameroon is scheduled to clash with South Africa, Egypt will compete against the Republic of Benin, while tournament hosts Morocco are set to face Tanzania in their next encounter. During an interview with Asharq Sports, Deschamps emphasized his admiration for African football as a whole. He acknowledged the competitiveness of the tournament and expressed neutrality while sharing his personal assessment. “I have respect for every African team, and I hope the most deserving side wins. I do not want to create jealousy,” Deschamps stated. However, when asked to clearly name teams he believes could go all the way, the former World Cup-winning coach did not hesitate. His response highlighted Egypt, Cameroon, and Morocco as the nations most likely to claim the prestigious AFCON title.
